Lot 184
An Edwardian Platinum Topped Yellow Gold and Diamond Necessaire Pendant,
Sale 691 - Important Jewelry and Timepieces
Sep 10, 2019 4:59AM CT
Live / Chicago
Estimate
$2,000 - $3,000

Sold for $3,500

Sold prices are inclusive of Buyer’s Premium
Lot Description
An Edwardian Platinum Topped Yellow Gold and Diamond Necessaire Pendant,
consisting of a double sided hinged case with applied platinum accents containing numerous old mine cut diamonds, center divide mirrored on one side and backed with ivory celluloid sheet on the other side with two lidded compartments. 
63.90 dwts. (without mirror)
Property from the Margaret A. Cooper Trust, Evanston, Illinois. Sold without reserve to benefit St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
Condition Report
Please contact the jewelry department at jewelrycr@hindmanauctions.com for any additional information or questions you may have regarding this lot.

The pendant measures approximately 3 1/4 inches by 2 1/8 inches (not including bail). There are some dents, superficial scratches and discoloration to the metal consistent with age and wear. One of the compartments inside has a dent at the hinge.
Electronic test indicates the metal is 18 karat gold and platinum.

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