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AEDErte Designer Jewelry 14K Gold Three Foxes Necklace Pendant Set
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LiveApr 24, 2026
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Description
Mid 20th Century; Original, 2.25" x 2.25" A sterling silver, 14K white gold, and 14K yellow gold fox head motif brooch with a hinged pin and locking catch. Each of the three fox heads, one larger and two smaller, in a modified triangular configuration, contains pavé set round diamonds in its head in white gold, and bead set marquise cut emerald eyes in yellow gold. The double-row necklace chain is sterling silver with 14K yellow gold accents. It features spiky, engraved, fancy feather-like links, with a couple of links containing bead set round accent diamonds. Brooch is stamped CFA Erte Ster / 14K 47/250. The brooch has two hooks that can attach to accompanying necklace. The matching necklace measures 16.75" and is a double ribbon having two tones with two diamond accents and has Erte designer hallmark on front. The necklace has two diamond accents and has Erte designer hallmark on front with two closed loops at end to attach brooch. Based on the hallmarks/trademarks and style of the item, this is an authentic "Three Fox" necklace by Erté (1892-1990). Total Diamond Weight: 3.61 ct. Brooch Attributes: Weight: 26.0 gms Design: Three Fox by Erté Metal content: Sterling silver, 14K yellow gold, and 14K white gold Manufacturing: Hand constructed and assembled Type of pin: Hinged with locking catch Length/Width: 43.0 / 57 mm Setting: Pavé set Condition: Fair to good* Hallmark: Ster / 14K Trademark: CFA Erté 47/250 Comments: There is a red substance around the emeralds, initially thought to be enamel, however none of the other known (otherwise identical) authentic versions of this necklace. Emerald (Beryl) Melee Attributes: Shape and cut: Weight: Marquise shaped faceted 0.11 to 0.11 ct each Number: 6 Total Weight: 0.66 ct (estimated) Clarity: Type III, Moderately included Transparency: Semi-transparent Color: Dark green Cut: Good Polish: Good Brilliancy: Good - 50% to 70% Comments: 1 emerald is cracked. Diamond Melee Attributes: Shape and cut: Round full cut Weight: 0.008 to 0.04 ct each Number of diamonds: 138 Total Weight: 3.58 ct (estimated) Clarity: VS1-VS2 Color: G-H Cut: Very Good Polish: Very Good Comments: Brooch diamonds; diamond counts and weights are approximate. Necklace Attributes: Weight: 76.60 gms Metal: 14K yellow gold, sterling silver Style: Fancy link, double row Length/Width: 17 inches / 12 mm Manufacturing: Hand constructed and assembled Condition: Fair* Finish: Matte & engraved Setting: Bead set Hallmark: None Trademark: Erté Comments: *Necklace is kinked; Weighs 76.6gms without brooch. Diamond Melee Attributes: Shape and cut: Round full cut Weight: 0.015 to 0.015 ct each Number of diamonds: 2 Total Weight: 0.03 ct (estimated) Clarity: VS1-VS2 Color: G-H Cut: Very Good Polish: Very Good Comments: Diamonds on necklace part
Overall appears to be in very good estate found condition. Total weight 103 grams. Please view photos.
Artist or Maker
Medium
14K Gold and Sterling
Date
Mid 20th Century
Condition Report
Very Good
Exhibited
Currently Mebane Antique Gallery and available for preview
Literature
The Erte "Three Foxes" Necklace and Pendant Set is a rare, limited-edition jewelry suite created by the "Father of Art Deco," Romain de Tirtoff (better known as Erté). Part of his "Art to Wear" initiative launched in the late 1970s and 1980s, the piece translates his iconic 1920s illustrations into wearable art. Fox purchased this from a Massachusetts auction house in 1996.
Provenance
Estate Of The Late Nancy Jo Fox Of North Carolina
Notes
Available for live in house bidding and pay-pick up from our gallery, Always bid with confidence with Mebane Auction. Thank you Jon Lambert
Condition
Very Good
- Provenance
Estate Of The Late Nancy Jo Fox Of North Carolina
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