{"product_id":"antique-14k-yellow-gold-cigarette-case-guilloche-engraved-monogram-72g-art-deco","title":"Antique 14K Yellow Gold Cigarette Case Guilloché Engraved Monogram 72g Art Deco","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAntique 14K Solid Yellow Gold Cigarette Case — American Art Deco, Circa 1920s–1940s\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eA handsome and substantial antique cigarette case crafted entirely in solid 14-karat yellow gold, representing the finest tradition of American luxury goldsmithing from the Art Deco period.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExterior Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Both faces are completely covered in deeply executed \u003cstrong\u003eengine-turned guilloché\u003c\/strong\u003e in a bold \u003cstrong\u003eherringbone chevron basket-weave pattern\u003c\/strong\u003e — a labor-intensive machine-engraving technique that creates a luminous, light-catching surface. The four corners are adorned with individually hand-engraved \u003cstrong\u003eacanthus leaf and floral scroll cartouches\u003c\/strong\u003e, framing the central design beautifully. The center of the primary face features a prominent engraved \u003cstrong\u003eoval reserve with a stylized interlocked monogram or Chinese-inspired Double Happiness motif\u003c\/strong\u003e — a highly fashionable decorative element in American Art Deco work of this period. The spine features a classically American \u003cstrong\u003ereeded\/ribbed hinge bar\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInterior:\u003c\/strong\u003e Both interior halves are lined with a fine \u003cstrong\u003ediamond-point guilloché\u003c\/strong\u003e pattern. The standout feature is the magnificent \u003cstrong\u003epierced and figural solid gold spring clip retainer\u003c\/strong\u003e — an ornately cut gold divider used to hold cigarettes securely, combining function with artistry. This type of elaborate interior clip is a hallmark of high-grade American gold cases.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHallmarks:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clearly stamped \u003cstrong\u003e\"14K\"\u003c\/strong\u003e on the interior wall, consistent with American hallmarking standards.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight \u0026amp; Metal:\u003c\/strong\u003e At \u003cstrong\u003e72 grams of 14K gold\u003c\/strong\u003e, the intrinsic melt value alone exceeds $6,300 at current gold prices, making this an exceptional value for the collector.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vintage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53377823441210,"sku":"EB-236775446746","price":8500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0975\/1848\/5818\/files\/57_8f167c84-9f8d-47fd-8e8c-7a1592509d6d.jpg?v=1790027462","url":"https:\/\/caspianjewelry.com\/products\/antique-14k-yellow-gold-cigarette-case-guilloche-engraved-monogram-72g-art-deco","provider":"Caspian Jewelry","version":"1.0","type":"link"}