Art Deco Russian 14kt yellow gold hinged case displaying beautiful line work and a sapphire cabochon thumb piece. Stamped to the interior with an early 20th century Russian domestic hallmark of a woman's head facing right alongside "56" and a city stamp of "a" signifying St Petersburg; maker's mark of "IM" or "WI". Total approx. weight is 101.9 dwt (gross). From a Hollis, NY estate. Dimensions: box measures approx. 4" w x 2.875" d x 0.675" h.

Good, with light surface scratches and minor dings/dents. No definitive statement is being made as to whether sapphire natural, synthetic or treated.