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Emporium Auction - July 13, 2023

Thu, Jul 13, 2023 09:00AM EDT
Lot 34

Two Chinese Carved Hardstone Animal Groups

Estimate: $200 - $400

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

each pale green with brown inclusions, comprising: water buffalo and man, 1-1/2 x 2 x 1 in.; two mythical beasts, 1-1/4 x 2-1/2 x 1-1/4 in.

Note: These items tested as nephrite (buffalo and man) and jadeite (mythical beasts) on the Presidium Gem Tester II.

Condition

surface dirt and accretion, some natural inclusions

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