COLLECTION OF COSTUME, GOLD TONE, RHINESTONE AND BLACK ENAMEL SAFARI ANIMAL JEWELRY
Sale 1579 - The Private Collection of Secretary Madeleine K. Albright
May 7, 2024
10:00AM ET
Live / New York
Estimate
$700 -
$900
Sold for $2,159
Sold prices are inclusive of Buyer’s Premium
Lot Description
COLLECTION OF COSTUME, GOLD TONE, RHINESTONE AND BLACK ENAMEL SAFARI ANIMAL JEWELRY
Including a lion pin, zebra pin, and a pair of tiger clip earrings. Lion: 4 1/8 x 1 1/4 x 1 1/2 inches. Zebra: 3 1/4 x 1 inch x 1 3/4 inches. Earrings: 1 x 1 1/8 inch.
N.B. Similar to the Zebra pin worn to meet Nelson Mandela, in Pretoria, South Africa in 1997. A photograph of the trip is in Read My Pins.
N.B. Similar to the Zebra pin worn to meet Nelson Mandela, in Pretoria, South Africa in 1997. A photograph of the trip is in Read My Pins.
Condition Report
Overall Condition: Minor scratches and wear throughout.
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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.
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