Coro French Couple - 'Apache' and 'Putain' in Berets (with cigarette) Duette NandN Vintage Costume Jewelry
Coro French Couple - 'Apache' and 'Putain' in Berets (with cigarette) Duette
Description: gold plated base metal, enamelling
Marked: Coro Duette, Pat 1798867 (on mechanism). Clips are unmarked
Reference: Brunialti, American Costume Jewelry, pp. 65-6, 'Apache' (all enamelled version) pictured, explaining they are a Parisian gigolo and prostitute. Patents are reproduced below (scroll down); designer Adolph Katz, dated 1942
Condition: Excellent - apart from minor enamel wear
Size: 3" x 2.4"
Price: US$1475 SOLD (insured shipping included)
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