Lot 136

Al Capone's 14k Diamond and Sapphire Tie Pin

Estimate: $2,500 - $5,000

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$0 $50
$1,000 $100
$2,000 $250
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
$20,000 $2,500
$50,000 $5,000
$100,000 $10,000
Al Capone's tie pin containing 1 gold mine diamond (.10 ct), 8 single cut diamonds (.01 ct each, one is chipped) and synthetic sapphires (one is broken). Diamonds are VS - SI. Gold tests 14kw. Total gross weight: 1.86 grams. Dimensions: 2.75"l / diamond tip .5" x .5". Provenance: Al and Mae Capone to Sonny Capone to his daughters. Listed on Sept. 27, 1961 appraisal by Richter Jewelry Company, Miami.  Processing and shipping within the continental U.S. $30.00 plus 1.5% replacement cost insurance.

Condition

One synthetic sapphire is broken. One single cut diamond is chipped. Witherell's strives to provide as much information and photographs as possible but encourages in-person inspection by bidders. Condition statements are only for general guidance and should not be relied upon as complete statements of fact and do not constitute a representation, warranty or assumption of liability by Witherell's. All lots are sold "AS IS" under terms and conditions. Please be advised we do not provide porters nor packing materials for pick ups.

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