COLLECTION OF SILVER AND HARDSTONE JEWLERY
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
$250 -
$350
Sold for $699
Sold prices are inclusive of Buyer’s Premium
Lot Description
COLLECTION OF SILVER AND HARDSTONE JEWLERY
THE FIRST
Western beaded necklace depicting animals in a variety of carved stones, including turquoise.
THE SECOND
Sterling silver and turquoise dangle ear clips.
THE THIRD
Etched ear clips in sterling silver with small teal cabochons.
THE FOURTH
Sterling silver trapezoidal ear clips with mosaic-effect turquoise and lapis lazuli.
THE FIFTH
Round ear clips in sterling silver.
Country of Origin: Mexico
THE SIXTH
Etched circular brooch in .900 silver with turquoise cabochon.
Country of Origin: Ecuador
THE SEVENTH
Square silver brooch depicting a figure in indigenous South American style with teal stone cabochons.
Condition Report
Condition:
The overall condition is good to very good. The backings of one pair of ear clips has degraded somewhat. Silver items have areas of tarnish and signs of light wear.
Everything is sold 'As Is’. The stated overall condition of the lot is based on the assumption that the wear is consistent with age and use. 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. All other condition issues are stated above. To request additional working condition photos, please email couturecr@hindmanauctions.com with the lot number. Condition is a matter of opinion of the evaluator and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Clients must review and agree to the Conditions of Sale before participating in an auction.
The overall condition is good to very good. The backings of one pair of ear clips has degraded somewhat. Silver items have areas of tarnish and signs of light wear.
Everything is sold 'As Is’. The stated overall condition of the lot is based on the assumption that the wear is consistent with age and use. 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. All other condition issues are stated above. To request additional working condition photos, please email couturecr@hindmanauctions.com with the lot number. Condition is a matter of opinion of the evaluator and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Clients must review and agree to the Conditions of Sale before participating in an auction.
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