DuMouchelles
Live Auction

Fine porcelain, Sterling silver and Quality Furniture

Sat, Oct 22, 2016 11:00AM EDT - Sun, Oct 23, 2016 11:00AM EDT
Lot 1057

YELLOW GOLD RUBY & DIAMOND EVENING BAG

Estimate: $2,000 - $3,000

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$0 $5
$30 $10
$100 $25
$400 $50
$900 $100
$2,000 $250
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
$20,000 $2,500
$50,000 $5,000
$150,000 $10,000
14KT YELLOW GOLD, RUBY & DIAMOND EVENING BAG WITH INSET WATCH, C. 1900, W 5 1/2":A 14kt yellow gold mesh bag with link handle and filigree frame centered by a circular watch, four rubies and four diamonds inset about the bezel, flanked by motif of wings with diamond melee; the pierced frame also inset with two diamonds and four rubies, and the clasp inset with two cabochon rubies. Hinges open to divided interior. Inscribed on inside frame: Inez de Costa Beme, Detroit, Michigan. Measures W.5 1/2" (6 7/8" widest) x 5 5/8" (10" to the handle). Weighs approximately 281 grams total.

Condition

Tests as 14kt gold. The mesh is pulling somewhat at both sides of hinge. The watch is not running.