{"product_id":"antique-18k-yellow-white-gold-cigarette-case-guilloche-sapphire-cabochon-106-5g","title":"Antique 18K Yellow White Gold Cigarette Case Guilloché Sapphire Cabochon 106.5g","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExceptional Antique 18K Two-Tone Gold Cigarette Case — Continental European, Circa 1920s–1940s\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eA truly museum-quality objet d'art, this substantial cigarette case is crafted entirely in 18-karat yellow gold and represents the pinnacle of European goldsmithing from the Art Deco \/ Retro period.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction \u0026amp; Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e The exterior faces feature exquisitely executed \u003cstrong\u003eengine-turned guilloché\u003c\/strong\u003e texturing — a fine hand-machined pattern covering the entire gold surface — interrupted by bold horizontal \u003cstrong\u003ewhite gold inlaid stripes\u003c\/strong\u003e of varying widths. This sophisticated two-tone treatment in yellow and white gold is a signature of elite Continental European makers of the 1920s–1940s.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eAll four edges on both faces are framed by a precisely engraved \u003cstrong\u003eGreek key (meander) border\u003c\/strong\u003e — a neoclassical motif executed with extraordinary precision and consistent with high-grade French and Swiss work of this era.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClasp:\u003c\/strong\u003e The push-button release is set with a \u003cstrong\u003ebezel-mounted cabochon gemstone\u003c\/strong\u003e in a deep blue-gray color, consistent with a natural sapphire. The bezel setting is executed in yellow gold.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInterior:\u003c\/strong\u003e The interior retains its \u003cstrong\u003eoriginal gold-washed metal liners\u003c\/strong\u003e and the original \u003cstrong\u003ewoven yellow grosgrain ribbon divider\u003c\/strong\u003e — color-coordinated to the gold exterior — used to secure cigarettes. The piano-style full-length hinge is tight and functions perfectly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHallmarks:\u003c\/strong\u003e The interior wall is stamped with \u003cstrong\u003e\"750\"\u003c\/strong\u003e — the Continental European metric hallmark for 18-karat gold — along with what appears to be an additional maker's or assay mark. Photos of all hallmarks included.\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\u003e106.5 grams of 18K gold\u003c\/strong\u003e, this piece has a gold melt value exceeding $12,000 at current spot prices, making it an exceptional value for a collector who also appreciates intrinsic metal content.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very good vintage condition consistent with age and use. Exterior guilloché and Greek key borders are crisp and well-preserved. Minor surface wear to white gold stripes. Interior lining shows age patina typical of pieces from this era. No dents, no repairs, no monograms. Hinge functions perfectly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis is a rare opportunity to acquire a substantial, high-karat gold antique of exceptional craftsmanship. Pieces of this quality, weight, and style regularly appear at major auction houses including Christie's, Sotheby's, and Bonhams.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vintage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53377824031034,"sku":"EB-267649064172","price":8700.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0975\/1848\/5818\/files\/57_1a4b1328-c89c-405d-a9eb-2c398645b4fe.png?v=1790027425","url":"https:\/\/caspianjewelry.com\/products\/antique-18k-yellow-white-gold-cigarette-case-guilloche-sapphire-cabochon-106-5g","provider":"Caspian Jewelry","version":"1.0","type":"link"}