Lot 20
EIGHT PIECES OF JEWELRY, MOSTLY GOLD
Sale 1334 - The Private Collection of Secretary Madeleine K. Albright, Part II
Lots Open
Apr 26, 2024
Lots Close
May 8, 2024
Timed Online / Chicago
Estimate
$700 - $900

Sold for $1,397

Sold prices are inclusive of Buyer’s Premium
Lot Description
EIGHT PIECES OF JEWELRY, MOSTLY GOLD

A group of two necklaces, two pendants, two brooches, one stick pin, and one pair of ear clips.

THE FIRST
A 14K gold pendant depicting hieroglyphs. Measures approximately 0.75" W x 1.25" L.

THE SECOND
A pendant depicting a scarab beetle set in lapis lazuli, and a cartouche on the reverse side. Measures approximately 1" W x 1.25" L.

THE THIRD.
A 14K gold ankh pendant engraved with hieroglyphs on a chain. Pendant measures approximately 1.25" L, chain measures approximately 20" L.

THE FOURTH
A chrysoprase beaded necklace with a 18K gold screw clasp. Approximately 16.5" in length.

THE FIFTH
14K gold tulip stick pin. Measures approximately 1.5" L.

THE SIXTH
18K gold ear clips in dimpled circular shape. Measures approximately 1" diameter.

THE SEVENTH
Helix-shaped brooch. Measures approximately 2.25" L.

THE EIGHTH
Egyptian-style carved brooch. Marked Tea for Two. Measures approximately 2.75" W x 3.75" H.
Condition Report
Condition: 

The overall condition is very good, with some light signs of wear from age and use. Small indentation on scarab pendant.

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