Description:
Antique Gold and Carnelian Islamic Intaglio Watch Fob, Marcus and Co., possibly depicting figures from Aesop's Fables, and set with an intaglio with Islamic script, total lg. 6 in., signed, (hairline).
Estimate $600-800
Hairline to intaglio. Overall wear. Leather with wear. Tests for 14kt. The translation is, "I entrusted God with every thing that concern me, God is all aware of his worshipers"
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Marcus and Co.Kaitlin Shinnick
Director, Jewelry
617-874-4313
John Colasacco
Deputy Director, Jewelry
617-874-4313
Gloria Lieberman
Director Emerita
617-350-5400
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