Lot 213. An antique emerald and carved spinel pendant, late 18th century. Estimate USD 50,000 - USD 70,000. Price realised USD 193,750. © Christie's Images Ltd

Carved emerald, hexagonal-shaped table-cut spinel, foil, gold, drilled lug for suspension, 7/8 in.

Exhibited: The Doge’s Palace, Venice 2017, p. 71, no. 30
The Palace Museum, Beijing 2018, p. 83, no. 31.

Note: The drilled lug on the emerald suggests that this pendant was originally part of a larger setting. Through the spinel, there is deterioration visible near the foil, perhaps indicating that a pigment was applied to enhance the stone's color.