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Lot 367
Two Gem Set Figural Gold Pendants
Lot Details & Additional Photographs
The first example set with turquoise colored hardstone carved as a tribal mask (1.25 in); the second composed of mottled jade depicting a deity's head with optional brooch fitting (1.5 in.). Both mounted in unmarked but tested 14KT yellow gold.

Approximately 8.8 dwt.

Estate of the late Dr. Stewart Penfold Blake of Palo Alto, CA and Charlotte, NC Stewart Penfold Blake (Col. USArmy Ret.) was a proud soldier, superb story-teller, lover of music from Mozart to Benny Goodman, gracious host, wine connoisseur and knowledgeable art lover. Among his many proud accomplishments were his design of the test track for Porsche in Stuttgart, Germany and his design for carrying Venezuelan oil from the fields to the sea. His estate represents his life in appreciation of history and diverse cultures.

Good estate condition.

$150 - 250