Go Back to Upcoming LotsRenaissance gold pendant
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1117603Location
New York, United StatesFull address: Available with subscription
Closing at
October 30, 2024Lot Number
Available with subscriptionCategory
PendantYear of Production
Late 16th centuryDimensions
Length: 3 7/8", Width: 1 7/8"Material
Enamel, GoldGross Weight
17.1 gStone Weight
Center diamond 0.90 ctGemstone
Diamond, Ruby, PearlMotif
ScrollStyle
RenaissanceDescription
Renaissance gold pendant depicting the figures of Jacob and Rebecca holding a pitcher resting by a well head with a suspended pail attached to a chain. The pendant features one square table-cut diamond measuring approximately 6.0 x 6.0 mm, three table-cut diamonds, three triangular-cut diamonds, three oval rubies of deep raspberry color (moderately included, lively), six pearls approximately 3.6 mm, and three flexibly-set baroque pearls. The reverse features a scroll motif with multicolored enamel, and the pendant dates back to the late 16th century. Gross weight: 17.1 g. Dimensions: Length: 3 7/8", Width: 1 7/8".Condition
Available with subscriptionProvenance
Property from the Jack and Belle Linsky Collection, Sotheby's May 21, 1985.Estimates: $7,000 – $10,000
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