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US$3,000-4,000
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** TWO CARVED CORAL BROOCHES
The first naturalistically carved as two peony flowers in full bloom with a bud to one side, mounted in 18K gold; the second carved as a section of a tree trunk, with a peacock amid peony blossoms, in a simple gilt-silver mount (second brooch not illustrated)
Carvings 67.83 x 50.87 x 13.10 and 53.41 x 38.09 x 14.75 mm.
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The first naturalistically carved as two peony flowers in full bloom with a bud to one side, mounted in 18K gold; the second carved as a section of a tree trunk, with a peacock amid peony blossoms, in a simple gilt-silver mount (second brooch not illustrated)
Carvings 67.83 x 50.87 x 13.10 and 53.41 x 38.09 x 14.75 mm.
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Notice Regarding the Sale of Ivory and Tortoiseshell
Prospective purchasers are advised that several countries prohibit the importation of property containing ivory or tortoiseshell. Accordingly, prospective purchasers should familiarize themselves with relevant customs regulations prior to bidding if they intend to import this lot into another country.