Asian Art Auction | April 20, 2023
Thu, Apr 20, 2023 09:00AM EDT
Lot 64
Chinese Carved Jade Hairpin and Gilt Metal Letter Opener
Estimate: $300 - $500
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $25 |
| $100 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $200 |
| $3,000 | $250 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $20,000 | $2,000 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
pale green carved hairpin, 7-1/4 in.; gilt and engraved metal letter opener with carved openwork pale green jade inset, 8-1/2 in.
Note: The hairpin tested as nephrite and the inset jade on the letter opener tested jadeite on the Presidium Gem Tester II.
Condition
some discoloration and tarnishing to metal, hairpin with scattered nicks to head
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