19th Century Antique 18K Gold Chimera Brooch...

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Lot number	224
Estimate	8,000.00 - 10,000.00 USD
Category	Jewelry & Watches
Auction	Sep Ancient Art & Paintings & Collectibles
Date	September 28, 2026 at 3:31 PM EDT
Auction house	Yakon Auctions
Location	Germantown, Maryland

set with Diamonds. 4.7*4.6cm Main diamond approx. 0.5 ct Total weight approx. 0.75 ct -Wt:20.3g The chimera is a mythical beast from ancient Greek mythology, a common motif in Western art and architecture, most famously represented by the sculptures atop Notre-Dame de Paris. This brooch depicts the creature with a lion's head, eagle's wings and serpent's tail, arranged in perfect bilateral symmetry. It features consummate gold carving; feather details on both wings are sharply defined. The centre diamond weighs 0.50 carats. Antique jewels with chimera themes have seen soaring prices in recent years, with strong market demand. Their value rivals that of many long-established jewellery houses, making them coveted must-have pieces for many seasoned antique jewellery collectors. ALL PROPERTY IS SOLD AS IS, WHERE IS, WITH NO RETURNS OR CANCELLATIONS. Additional photographs and condition reports may be provided upon request as a courtesy only. Any condition report, catalogue description, image, certificate, report, document, authentication statement, authentication opinion, specialist opinion, or communication regarding origin, date, age, attribution, authenticity, authorship, signature, condition, provenance, or value is an opinion only and not a representation, warranty, or assumption of liability by Yakon Auctions. The absence of reference to defects, restoration, wear, damage, handling marks, conservation, alteration, or repair does not mean the lot is free from such matters. Photographs are for reference only and may not accurately reflect color, tone, dimensions, condition, signature details, or the true state of the lot. Buyers should review all images carefully, as they form part of the description. Provenance is provided by the consignor, prior owner, or most recent owner and may not be supported by records. All reports, COAs, appraisals, authentication letters, provenance statements, invoices, labels, or related documents, including any opinions, analyses, or conclusions therein, are provided as received from the consignor, prior owner, or third party, and have not been independently verified by Yakon Auctions. Such materials are for reference only and are not guarantees of authenticity, authorship, signature, origin, age, period, provenance, condition, or value. All artworks, antiques, collectibles, autographed items, signed memorabilia, music memorabilia, records, photographs, posters, entertainment collectibles, and related items are offered based on information and documentation provided with the lot. Unless expressly stated, Yakon Auctions has not independently authenticated any signature, inscription, attribution, authorship, association, provenance, pressing detail, edition, period, origin, or related documentation. Terms such as "attributed to," "after," "manner of," "circle of," "school of," "in the artist's style," or similar language mean the lot is not guara

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