Sale 14JL02 | Lot 54

Indian Gold and Foiled-Back Cabochon Ruby, Emerald and Diamond Elephant Head Necklace

Catalogue: Important Jewelry

Lot Details

Lot 54
Indian Gold and Foiled-Back Cabochon Ruby, Emerald and Diamond Elephant Head Necklace
Composed of graduating gold rondels with inner gold panels embellished with round cabochon rubies, centering two finely detailed sculpted gold elephant heads topped by 2 round cabochon emeralds within florets, with cabochon ruby eyes, joined by a cylinder clasp centering one rose-cut diamond-set floret, tipped by 2 round cabochon rubies within scalloped florets, approximately 137 dwts. gross. Length 14 1/2 inches.


Estimate: $4,000 - $6,000
Sold for $9,375 (includes buyer's premium)

Additional Notes & Condition Report

Rubies: deep bright pinkish-red, good polish, lively.

Emeralds: deep rich green, good polish.

Good condition. Elephant heads test as 18 kt. 5/8 x 2 1/4 x 7/8".
Width of necklace 5/8 to 1/4".




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Estimate: $4,000 - $6,000
Sold for $9,375 (includes buyer's premium)

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