-Frascarolo Milano Enameled Panther Money Clip in 18Kt Yellow Gold With Diamonds
Panther money clip designed by Frascarolo.
A beautiful highly sculpted money clip from the bestiary collection of the famed Italian jeweler and designer, Pierino Frascarolo. This impressive and intricate piece was designed during the Mid-Century period, back in the 1960. Crafted with the whimsical figure of a roaring panther in solid yellow gold of 18 karats with high polished finish The head of the panther is decorated with applications of black and red enamels. Fitted with a tension clip to hold any kind of banknotes, bills or presentation cards
Diamonds: Mounted in a pave setting, with 12 European round cut diamonds, 0.36 carats, white colorless F/G color, VS-2 clarity.
Rubies: The eyes are bezel set, with 2 round faceted cut of natural red rubies of 0.04 carats.
Weight: 25.20 Grams, (16.15 Dwt).
Measurements: 55 mm by 28 mm by 16 mm (2.16 x 1.10 x 0.63 Inches).
Hallmarks: Stamped in a plaque under the head, with the maker's mark for Frascarolo, the assay marks for the gold and signed, "FRASCAROLO MODELE DEPOSE F.C. MADE IN ITALY .750 18 KT *249AL".
Pierino Frascarolo
He was born in 1928 in Milan Italy. He began his career as an apprentice with the Fratelli Lunati company. Subsequently, he founded his own firm with the partnership of Aldo Lenti. In 1948, he moved his jewelry factory to Corso Matteotti. He is well-known for his enamel and gold animals created throughout the 1960s. Later, Lenti and Frascarolo separated and the latter formed Frascarolo & co. in New York city with Mr. Adriano Gugliada. Frascarolo died in Valenza in July 1976 at the young age of just forty-eight.
Note: Frascarolo is considered by many, the David Webb from Italy. His jewelry with beasts and wild animals in enamel are wanted and considered as highly collectible pieces.
Collateral: It is accompanied by a presentation jewelry box.
Condition: The overall condition of this piece is excellent. Beside the little normal wear, there is no damage to the gold. All gemstones and parts are secured in the settings. This money clip has been carefully inspected to guarantee the condition and authenticity.
INVENTORY REF: P091123AAEN/.6057
