Janesich Onyx, chalcedony and diamond vanity case, 1920s
The square onyx case featuring a cameo depicting a satyr and a nymph framed by rose diamonds, opening to reveal a mirror, a lipstick holder and a compartment, from a chalcedony suspension ring with onyx and chalcedony chain, signed Janesich, numbered, maker's mark for Strauss, Allard et Meyer, French assay marks for gold.
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Signed JANESICH, numbered 18820. Maker's mark for Strauss, Allard et Meyer, 19 rue Louis le Grand, 75002 Paris. French assay marks for 18 carat gold. Cameo with minor chips, in good condition. Diamonds estimated to weigh a total of approximately 0.50 - 0.80 carat, bright and lively. Scratches to the metal consistent with age and normal use. Dark speckling to the mirror. In good condition. Measuring approximately 160 x 55mm. Gross weight approximately 123 grams.
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The square onyx case featuring a cameo depicting a satyr and a nymph framed by rose diamonds, opening to reveal a mirror, a lipstick holder and a compartment, from a chalcedony suspension ring with onyx and chalcedony chain, signed Janesich, numbered, maker's mark for Strauss, Allard et Meyer, French assay marks for gold.
Condition Report:
Signed JANESICH, numbered 18820. Maker's mark for Strauss, Allard et Meyer, 19 rue Louis le Grand, 75002 Paris. French assay marks for 18 carat gold. Cameo with minor chips, in good condition. Diamonds estimated to weigh a total of approximately 0.50 - 0.80 carat, bright and lively. Scratches to the metal consistent with age and normal use. Dark speckling to the mirror. In good condition. Measuring approximately 160 x 55mm. Gross weight approximately 123 grams.
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