Lot # 26 - Vintage Dental Gold & Silver Scrap Collection

Opening Bid : $ 5.00
Start Date/Time: 02-Sep-2026 7:00:00 AM
End Date/Time: 09-Sep-2026 7:25:00 PM
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Description :

Unusual collection of assorted vintage dental restorations and dental scrap, including multiple crowns, bridge sections, partial pieces, and a tooth with attached metal restoration. Pieces display a mixture of yellow/gold-tone and silver-tone metals and have a combined photographed weight of approximately 24 grams. Dental restorations can contain varying alloys, including precious metals, but exact metal composition and karat content are unknown.

Approx. Measurements
Approximately 1/8–1 in. per piece; approximately 24 g total weight

Marker
No visible hallmarks noted. Metal content and purity unknown.

Condition
As-found used dental condition with wear, discoloration, residue, irregular edges, and remnants consistent with removed dental restorations. Jewelry magnet tested but not professionally tested. Precious-metal content has not been professionally tested or verified. Sold as found.

Historical Note
Older dental crowns and bridges were commonly fabricated from a variety of durable alloys. Depending on age and composition, some dental alloys can contain gold, silver, palladium, platinum, or combinations of precious and base metals, making vintage dental scrap of interest for refining and recovery.

Est Value
250


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Agora Estate Company makes every effort to accurately describe all items. Please expect normal wear consistent with age, use, and history for antique, vintage, and pre-owned pieces. We do not note every minor imperfection. All items are sold AS IS, WHERE IS, with no refunds or returns. Agora Estate Company does not guarantee the working condition of any clock, watch, electronic, or mechanical item. Measurements provided are approximate.


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