Ming's Coral, Gold Jewelry Suite. ... (Total: 2 Items)

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Ming's Coral, Gold Jewelry Suite
Stones: Coral cabochons
Metal: 14k gold
Marked: Ming's
Gross Weight: 22.70 grams
Bracelet Dimensions: 7-1/4 inches x 3/8 inch
Ring Size: 5-1/2 (sizeable)

NOTE: CITES compliance applies to this lot. International bidders may not have the lot shipped to them. Transport of such lots require special licenses for export, import or both. Bidders are responsible for any licenses and /or permits. California State law prohibits the importation of any product containing Python skin into the State of California, thus no lot containing Python skin will be shipped to or invoiced to a person or company in California. Fossil Ivory is currently banned or restricted in the following U.S. States: New York, New Jersey, California, Hawaii, New Mexico, Oregon, Illinois and New Hampshire.

Condition Report*: Colored Gems:
Type(s): Coral
Shape(s): Cabochons
Avg Quality: Good

Metals:
Gold

Overall Condition: Good
Condition Notes: This coral suite by Ming’s includes a bracelet and a ring, both crafted in 14k yellow gold and set with richly colored coral cabochons. The coral displays a strong red hue with minor orangey secondary tones, characteristic of high-quality natural coral. Each cabochon is smoothly polished and well-matched in tone, giving the set a cohesive and vibrant appearance.
The bracelet features multiple coral cabochons arranged in uniform settings, each framed in detailed gold work typical of Ming’s mid-20th century designs. One cabochon on the bracelet shows a natural surface feature on the reverse side, visible only from the underside, consistent with the organic origin of the material. Both pieces are marked for Ming's.

Ming's: Originating in Honolulu in 1941, Ming’s popularity catapulted due to founder Wook Moon’s Polynesian and Asian-inspired designs. Ming’s developed a reputation for designing jewelry for the working woman utilizing carved ivory, coral, jade and semi-precious gems. It is these early carved items that maintain the greatest value in today’s collectible marketplace. At one time, Wook Moon and his wife operated Ming’s boutiques in Denver, Houston, Dallas, Honolulu, Hilo, San Francisco, New York, Miami and Ft. Lauderdale. The firm closed its doors in the mid 1980s.

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Tuesday Jewel Box Select Auction #172530 (go to Auction Home page)

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July, 2025

29th Tuesday

Internet/Mail Bids: 15

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Sold on Jul 29, 2025 for: $1,500.00

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