Lot 255
  • 255

Pair of Jade and Gold Cufflinks and Brooch

Estimate
1,500 - 2,500 USD
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Description

  • jade, gold, cultured pearl
The cufflinks set with oval-shaped jade cabochons, framed by stepped gold borders, gross weight approximately 11 dwts, signed GF & Co.; the brooch designed as a dragonfly, the head set with a cultured pearl measuring approximately 4.5 mm, the body composed of a marquise-shaped jade cabochon, gross weight approximately 3 dwts.

Condition

The cufflinks in good condition, with light discoloration to the gold, commensurate with wear. Stamped 18K for 18 karat gold. Signed GF & Co.. The semi-translucent jade cabochons on the cufflinks are a medium-deep very slightly bluish green. Measuring approximately ¾ inch in length. The brooch also in very good condition, with very minor wear to the mounting, commensurate with wear. Stamped 14K for 14 karat gold and KM. The semi-translucent jade cabochon on the brooch is a medium slightly yellowish green. The round, white cultured pearl has soft rose and blue overtones, good luster. Clasp fitted with a safety. Dimensions approximately 2 x 1⅜ inches.
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