A Russian gold and gem-set scent flask by Friedrich Koechli, ST Petersburg, circa 19th century. The faceted cylindrical bottle topped with a hammered gold collar and domed hinged lid decorated with cabochon sapphires, diamonds and a cabochon ruby, a bezel-set cabochon ruby thumbpush releases the cap. Height: 2 3/8" (6 cm).

Price $24,500.

907-019

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