Premier Auction - Session I
Fri, Mar 25, 2022 09:00AM EDT
Lot 600
Two Pieces Gold, Gemstone and Enamel Jewelry
Estimate: $800 - $1,200
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 |
necklace with Middle Eastern pendant/drop, assorted cut emeralds and rubies, red, blue, and green enamel, pendant mounting tested 18kt. yellow gold, 2 x 7/8 in., on 14kt. twisted rope chain, 28-1/2 in. lg., 21.0 grams; Middle eastern enameled bead, tested at least 18kt. yellow gold, 1 x 7/8 in., 12.7 grams
Provenance: Estate of the Artists James McBey and Marguerite McBey, London, England; by descent in family
Condition
necklace, pendant appears to have lead solder, not x-rayed/tested if lead or sand filled, tarnish, with 18kt. pin that drop was originally attached to, tarnish, wear and scratches to gold, chips and wear to stones, front of pendant possibly had black enamel/resin- just remnants remain; bead, heavy losses to enamel, tarnish, wear and scratches
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