COLLECTION OF DOVE MOTIF COSTUME JEWELRY

COLLECTION OF DOVE MOTIF COSTUME JEWELRY
Consisting of a Cécile & Jeanne necklace, colorless crystal dove pin with olive branch, silver dove pin, ceramic dove and a Cécile & Jeanne gold tone frame with two doves.
Necklace Stamp: Cécile & Jeanne Paris
Silver Dove Stamp: 825 (maker's mark)
Ceramic dove: Unstamped
Gold Tone Pin Stamp: Cécile & Jeanne Paris CCB

After hearing Albright speak about the Middle East, Mrs. Yitzhak Rabin gave her a dove pin to symbolize peace, which is featured in Read My Pins. Later, during Albright’s first visit to Israel as Secretary of State, Rabin gave her a necklace with an accompanying note: “There is a saying: ‘One swallow doesn’t announce the spring’— so maybe one dove needs reinforcements to create a reality of peace in the Middle East."

Secretary Madeleine K. Albright wore a similar dove motif pin by Cécile & Jeanne at a 1997 address at the National Press Club on Middle East peace. Similar dove motif pins, such as those presented in this lot, feature prominently in the collection of Secretary Madeleine K. Albright.
Condition Report: Measurements:Necklace: 40 inches long.Crystal Dove: 2 1/8 x 1 7/8 inches.Silver Dove: 3 x 2 1/8 inches.Ceramic Dove: 3 3/8 x 2 3/8 inches.Gold Tone Brooch: 1 7/16 x 1 inch.Overall Condition: Scratches, wear, and discoloration throughout. Chip to underside of beak on ceramic brooch.All lots are sold “AS IS”. Please contact the jewelry department at jewelrycr@hindmanauctions.com for any additional information or questions you may have regarding this lot. The absence of any reference to the condition of a lot does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Please note that measurements and opinions on gems are given as a courtesy and are approximated. It is recommended you talk to a specialist or view items in person before placing a bid.