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Lot 834

Lot 834

BOUCHERON - a French 18ct gold and silver ruby and diamond compact. Of square outline, the front...

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Lot 834

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BOUCHERON - a French 18ct gold and silver ruby and diamond compact. Of square outline, the front of mesh design with overlaid brilliant-cut diamond and carved leaf ruby flowers within a raised scroll surround to the ridged back case. Signed Boucheron Paris 57826. With French assay marks. Length 7.3cms. Gross weight 154.86gms. With associated pouch.

Postage: Auction Default

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The compact is in overall fair condition. There are scratches and areas of wear to the compact in keeping with general wear. The rubies slightly vary in colour, some slightly more pinkish red in tone, there is abrasion and scratches to several of the rubies. The diamonds are bright, some of the settings may need to be checked. There is some damage to the mesh, where it has lifted, there is also an areas of discolouration to the side. There is some glue visible to the inner mirror. The makers mark and French marks are clear. The compact closes secure. The pouch is damaged to the edging.


Overall weight includes the internal mirror.


The US prohibits the importation of items containing rubies or jadeite originating in Burma. For your convenience we have applied this notice to lots which contain rubies or jadeite originating in Burma, or those of indeterminate origin.

Please be advised that inability of a purchaser to import any such item into the US or elsewhere will not constitute grounds for non-payment or cancellation of the sale.

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