A tortoiseshell cameo brooch, by John Obvisset,
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A tortoiseshell cameo brooch, by John Obvisset, 1705
The oval plaque carved to depict Queen Anne in profile wearing a crown with upswept hair, ornate costume and jewels, maker's mark OB, length 7.4cm
Sold for £1,750 inc. premium

Footnotes

  • Queen Anne had a passion for jewellery. A strand of her pearls was reportedly worn by Queen Elizabeth II on her wedding day in 1947.

Category: Jewellery

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