Lot 152
  • 152

A Russian Gold and Jeweled Pendant Locket, Eduard Wilhelm Schramm, St. Petersburg, circa 1890

Estimate
7,000 - 9,000 USD
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Description

  • Gold, diamonds, sapphires, glass
  • Length 2 in.
  • 5.1 cm
of hexagonal form, the six panels set with diamonds and sapphires, the suspension ring also set with diamonds and sapphires, the six panels opening to reveal a glazed circular aperture

Condition

overall good condition
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Catalogue Note

Edward Wilhelm Schramm was a well-known supplier to houses such as Fabergé and Bolin. For a diamond- and sapphire-set gold bracelet and brooch by Schramm retailed by Bolin, see G. von Habsburg et al, Fabergé: Imperial Craftsman and His World, London, 2000, p. 288, fig. 1.