Fine Jewellery - 27th April 2017
Lot 1643
A gold-mounted and lined bloodstone egg-shaped bonbonniere
Estimate £1,500 - £2,000 | Hammer £2600
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Description
A gold-mounted and lined bloodstone egg-shaped bonbonniere, circa 1760. The rococo scroll and floral and fauna cagework mounts with white-enamelled label with the words Dieu Vous Benit, meaning God Bless You. Diamond thumbpiece and hinged opening. 4.5cm high.