"19th Century Salt Bottle In Engraved Crystal With Gold Cap, Diamonds And Moonstone"
Superb late 19th century bottle, crystal engraved with flowering branches, 18-carat gold spring cap engraved with a count's crown, decorated on the top with a large and high oval moonstone cabochon surrounded by a border of 26 diamonds 2mm cut into roses.
Push button opening, set with a small moonstone cabochon.
Well functioning spring.
Superb adularescence of moonstone!
Eagle head hallmark on and under the hinge.
Very good condition. France around 1880.
Dimensions 87mmx30mmx1.7mm, Moonstone cabochon 20x12X8mm
Weight 82g