Square-cut sapphires, single-cut diamonds, 18k yellow gold (French mark), circa 1920, maker's mark, numbered

Diamonds: 78 single-cut with approximate total weight of 2.00 - 2.30 carats

Size/Dimensions: bag 19.6 x 10.0 cm (7³⁄₄ x 6⁵⁄₈ in); chain handle with a drop length of 13.6 cm (5³⁄₈ in)
Gross Weight: 244.5 grams

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Lot Essay

Charles Holl was a prestigious French jeweler whose workshop was known for creating jewels for Cartier and Van Cleef & Arpels during the early to mid-twentieth century. Founded in May of 1917, Charles Holl had workshops in Paris and Strasbourg. Later, the firm also opened a workshop in New York City in the 1930s. Charles Holl was especially revered for his handbags, boxes and works in gold.