Sale 4989
London, South Kensington
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27 June 2006
Price realised
GBP 780
Estimate
An 18ct. gold and sapphire compact The engine turned square case with square-cut sapphire four stone thumbpiece, opening to reveal an integral mirror and powder compact, hallmarked London, 1953
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