74009: A French 18K Vari-Color Gold, Diamond, and Ruby

A French 18K Vari-Color Gold, Diamond, and Ruby Photograph Frame, circa 1890 7-1x8 x 5 x 0-3x8 inches (18.1 x 12.7 x 1.0 cm) 478 grams (15.37 troy ounces) (gross) The shaped ribbed rectangular frame, inner beaded edge, and outer edge of beaded lozenges, the whole crowed by diamond set doves with ruby eyes and torchiere supporting diamond set ribboned garland, diamond set garland repeats to apse at base, back with easel. Property from the Nelkin Collection HID03101062020 © 2024 Heritage Auctions | All Rights Reserved
Condition Report: In overall good condition, with minor damage to one bird's face; diamonds no longer extant. Adhesive residue visible to bird and torch's reverse. The frame's aperture measures 4-3/8 x 3-1/2 inches. Tested with XRF technology. Heritage Auctions strongly encourages in-person inspection of items by the bidder. Statements by Heritage regarding the condition of objects are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as statements of fact, and do not constitute a representation, warranty, or assumption of liability by Heritage. All lots offered are sold "AS IS"