Lady's gold and diamond evening bag and a coin purse

Property of a Lady

Lady's gold and diamond evening bag and a coin purse

Of fine gold mesh, the thumbpiece collet-set with cabochon sapphires, decorated with initials 'MS' of brilliant-cut diamonds, measurements approximately 200 x 150 x 10mm, gross weight approximately 347 grams, together with a gold coin purse, French assay marks for gold, measurements approximately 60 x 70 x 5mm, gross weight approximately 34 grams.

Condition Report:
Lady's evening bag stamped 750 for 18 carat gold. Diamonds bright and lively. Cabochon sapphires with abrasions and scratches. Signs of wear to the metal, scratches and small indents to the metal to the internal hinge. A few links missing and evidence of tarnish consistent with age and use. The coin purse with French assay marks for 18 carat gold. Scratches consistent with wear and use. Overall in good condition. Total gross weight approximately 382 grams.

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