FOUR BALLOON-THEMED JEWELRY PIECES
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
$400 -
$600
Sold for $1,143
Sold prices are inclusive of Buyer’s Premium
Lot Description
FOUR BALLOON-THEMED JEWELRY PIECES
THE FIRST
Ear clips in the shape of hot air balloons. Multicolored with gold-tone metal setting.
THE SECOND
Brooch in the shape of four balloons. Multicolored with gold-tone metal setting and small rhinestones.
THE THIRD
Hot air balloon-shaped brooch in gold-tone metal setting with rhinestones.
THE FOURTH
Bracelet with movable hot air balloon-shaped beads strung on two chains.
N.B. When feeling good, Secretary Albright often wore hot-air balloons to mean high hope, not overheated rhetoric. Hot-air balloon pins are featured in Read My Pins.
Condition Report
Condition:
The overall condition is good. Signs of light wear consistent with age and use, including finish loss, residue, and small surface abrasions. Finish loss on ear clip backings.
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The overall condition is good. Signs of light wear consistent with age and use, including finish loss, residue, and small surface abrasions. Finish loss on ear clip backings.
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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