Art Deco Shagreen Sapphire Cabochon Case AEI the rooster as a symbol

the rooster as a symbol of paternal and spiritual love

and white) and modelled in 15 karat yellow gold

English hallmarks from the year 1967

tests as gold filled

Wüst Frankfurt (one of the best known card makers of the 19th Century

Art Deco Shagreen Sapphire Cabochon Case AEI the rooster as a symbolDATE: Art Deco, c. 1920 This fantastic shagreen case dates from the Art Deco period, circa 1920, and made by Appay Paris. Shagreen, characterised by its pebbly texture is traditionally made from the skin of sharks, stingrays, or dogfish. Popular during the 1920's, it was considered a luxury and was used on objects such as this case. Set with a lovely sapphire cabochon "button", the shagreen displays a grey blue colour in contrast. On the inside, it