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Mid-Century 18K Gold & Ruby Set Figural Purse Charm or Pendant

$2,250
£1,700.72
€1,954.43
CA$3,133.11
A$3,485.46
CHF 1,827.12
MX$42,591.44
NOK 23,266.10
SEK 21,901.82
DKK 14,589.09
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About the Item

A fine vintage figural purse charm or pendant. In 18k gold. Bezel-set with 8 round cut rubies. In the form of a purse or lady's handbag that opens with a hinge to the base, a snap closure that closes tightly, and applied rope and granulation technique throughout. Supported on a swing handle bail. With a lightly oxidized mottled finish that reads at times like yellow gold and at times like rose gold. Marked to the exterior with an Italian hallmark for K18 for 18k gold fineness. Set with a bail to the top that allows this to be worn as a large charm in a charm bracelet or fixed with a jump ring to wear as a pendant necklace. Simply a wonderful high-level charm! Date: 20th Century Overall Condition: It is in overall good, as-pictured, used estate condition. Condition Details: There is a small flaw to the head of one of the rubies. Otherwise, there is some light edge wear, some fine and light surface scratches, and other signs of light wear consistent with age. Fineness: Marked K18 for 18k gold fineness. Professionally tests at 18k. Marks: Marked to the exterior with an Italian hallmark for K18 for 18k gold fineness. Gemstone Measurements: 8 Rubies (likely lab created): ca. 2mm diameter Measurements: Height: ca. 35mm Width: ca. 28mm Depth: ca. 13mm Weight: ca. 9.8 g Items purchased from this dealer must delight you. Purchases may be returned for any reason for a period of 7 days.
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  • Weight:
    9.8 g
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 1.38 in (35 mm)Width: 1.11 in (28 mm)Depth: 0.52 in (13 mm)
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  • Date of Manufacture:
    20th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. There is a small flaw to the head of one of the rubies. Otherwise, there is some light edge wear, some fine and light surface scratches, and other signs of light wear consistent with age.
  • Seller Location:
    Philadelphia, PA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 9142023144959DSAINVBOAU231stDibs: LU849320369002

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