#10684 • Karl Faberge Nephrite Apple Bit W/Solid 56 Gold

Part of Russian Aristocratic Family Estate Auction (timed auction by GWS Auctions)

Starting at $1.00

Status: Sold

Est. $22,000-$25,000 Karl Faberge Nephrite Apple Bit W/Solid 56 Gold Leaf/Stem, Genuine Inlaid Oval Rubies & Diamond Accented Branch - This piece is made of nephrite, and is a genuine, museum quality Faberge piece. The apple bit is delicately finished with oval cut rubies that are set into the core of the apple bit, representing vibrant red apple seeds. The piece also boasts a solid "56" yellow gold (56 is the Russian standard for 14K gold) branch that is finished with a gold leaf and accent diamond. The apple bit comes in a Faberge box. We have never seen a piece of this fine quality and jeweled detail. The piece is marked "56" and "KF".