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Art Nouveau Louis Rault 14K Gold Goddess Demeter Stickpin

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Start price: $200

Estimated price: $750 - $900

Buyer's premium: 22.5%

Louis Armand Rault was a leading designer for Boucheron 1868-75 and this is one of his signature designs. His designs were sometimes licensed to other jewelers, hence this American 14K version. The stickpin is finished in a soft bloomed texture. The pinstem is stamped iwth Carter, Gough’s 14K mark. The stickpin could easily be converted to a ring or pendant. Origin: America, ca 1880 Condition: excellent, sharp detail Dimensions: head, 9/16” diameter, length, 2-1/2 Weight: 2.0 grams

Condition: Good