A Bulgari Melone Large Size Gold and Ruby Evening Purse. A very rare original Bvlgari cabochon ruby and 18K yellow gold "Melone" evening purse; purse has iconic diagonal ribbed Bvlgari designs with a cabochon ruby button release; interior is lined with brown suede featuring the same diagonal ribbed designs and an attached oval mirror; at the end has fuchsia tassel tie; comes with outer brown box for storage of purse; ruby weighs approximately 1.30 carats; measures 6-1/2 x 4 inches; weight 374.2g. Signed BVLGARI ITALY, 18K IL 131; Maker's mark.

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