Dr. Steve Stewart Collection: A Physician’s Passion | June 6, 2024
Thu, Jun 6, 2024 10:00AM EDT
Live Auction
Lot 512
Chinese Gilt Silver, Enamel, Jadeite, Carnelian Elephant and Pagoda
Estimate: $800 - $1,500
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
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| $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 |
20th century, gilt silver elephant form with pagoda, jadeite buddha, enamel blanket, jadeite and carnelian decoration, ivory tusk, feet marked "SILVER", test .940 silver, 41.89 gross weight, 11-1/4 x 11-1/2 x 5 in.
Provenance: Collection of Steve Stewart, Lake Lure, North Carolina
Note: These items tested as jadeite on the Presidium Gem Tester II.
Digital XRF result show silver 94.19% and other metals
This lot contains animal or plant material that may be restricted under federal, state and/or local law. Prospective bidders should check all applicable government wildlife restrictions prior to placing a bid. The buyer is solely responsible for obtaining any necessary licenses or permits from federal, state and/or local authorities applicable to their purchase or transport of the object. Please note that bidders in New Jersey may not bid on any lots containing elephant ivory, mammoth ivory, or rhinoceros horn.
Condition
cracks and loss to enamel, dents, missing one stone, and wear
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Collection of Steve Stewart, Lake Lure, North Carolina
