Lot 1461
  • 1461

A French gold and ruby compact, Van Cleef & Arpels, Paris, no. 46417, circa 1940

Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 USD
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Description

  • marked throughout with French marks and signed on the rim of the cover with maker’s name, number, and patent registration 
  • gold, rubies
  • length 3 1/8 in.
  • 8 cm
engine-turned rectangular case, folding clasp edged in caliber-set rubies, interior fitted for powder and lipstick, the cover with beveled mirror

Condition

good condition
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