Mellerio dits Meller Gold, emerald and diamond evening bag, circa...

Of basket-weave design, the lip enhanced with calibré-cut emeralds and brilliant- and single-cut diamonds, the sides collet-set with cabochon emeralds, signed Mellerio dits Meller Paris, numbered, maker's mark for SAM - Jean Meyer, French assay mark for gold.

Condition Report:
Signed MELLERIO dits MELLER PARIS, numbered 175et. Maker's mark for SAM - Jean Meyer (Sté), 11 Place des Vosges, Paris. French assay mark for 18 carat gold. Emeralds slightly bluish green of medium saturation, cabochon emeralds heavily included, surface reaching inclusions, cavities and chips, calibré-cut emeralds moderately included, surface reaching inclusions, chips. Diamonds estimated to weigh a total of approximately 0.40 - 0.50 carat, on average H-I colour, VS clarity, as gauged and graded in the mount. Areas of tarnish and scratches to the metal consistent with age and use, dent to one side of the lip. In good condition. Measuring approximately 30 x 10mm. Gross weight approximately 330 grams.