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    • 1970

    • Designed as a wide dark green jade cuff, centering upon a polished and matte-finished 18K gold Maltese Cross, set with cabochon amethyst, ruby, and bezel-set citrine, accented by cultured pearls,  5 1/2 cm  diameter. Circa 1970.

    • Signed 'Verdura'.

  • Artist Biography

    Verdura

    American

    Duke Fulco di Verdura was born into an aristocratic family in the late nineteenth century and quickly became a man with a vast imagination. Raised in a world of fairy tale-themed costume parties, Verdura conceptualized jewelry inspired by the animal aesthetics from his lavish childhood.

    With a youthful, refreshing approach to jewelry making and an international sensibility, Verdura prospered in the interwar years and capitalized on the wealth of tourists who visited Venice and Palermo. He caught the attention of Cole Porter, who became a long-lasting patron and appreciated the value in Verdura's diamond, gold, and pearl accessories.

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A Jade and Gem-set 'Maltese' Cuff Bracelet

1970
Designed as a wide dark green jade cuff, centering upon a polished and matte-finished 18K gold Maltese Cross, set with cabochon amethyst, ruby, and bezel-set citrine, accented by cultured pearls,  5 1/2 cm  diameter. Circa 1970.
Signed 'Verdura'.

Estimate
CHF18,000 - 22,000 

Sold for CHF25,000

Magnificent Jewels

12 May 2009, 4pm
Geneva