Necklace comprised of graduated jadeite "snow in moss" beads (9.60mm - 5.60mm) and terminating in an 18KT gold and green enamel floral motif clasp accented to the center with a single pearl (6.50mm). Earrings en suite and the gold, enamel and pearl surmount suspending three jade bead drops, completed with posts and push back fittings. Unmarked and testing 18KT.

Necklace 27.5 in.; Earrings 1.5 in.

69.8 grams

By descent.

Accompanied by the original 1971 appraisal from Balogh's Inc. of Miami Beach, FL purporting the set was from the estate of Helena Rubenstein. An article in the October 13, 1965 edition of the DAYTONA BEACH MORNING , "Helena Rubinstein's Exotic Jewelry Sold" states that David R. Balogh of Miami Beach, "representing a syndicate of five retailers," was the major buyer at the sale.

Update: pearl accent to clasp unmounted; otherwise, very good estate condition.

$500 - 1,000