Sale 1689
New York
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11 - 12 July 2006
Price realised
USD 4,560
Estimate
This lot is offered without a reserve
AN 18K WHITE GOLD EVENING BAG Of woven design, with mirror on inside flap, measuring 7 x 4½ x 1¾ ins., 222 dwt, 345 g, shows signs of normal wear
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