There are many other appealing items on which to bid in the Just for You category. Due to space limitations, the list below includes those that are valued at $500 or more.
200 Stunning Brooch for You!
$2,750
This brooch is so stunning you will want to wear it soon on your lovely evening suit for a special dinner at Mount Vernon! A lady’s yellow and white gold with leaves motif brooch weighs 11.62 grams. The appraisal describes three exquisite antique natural aquamarine gems, as flowers, resting on three 14K gold stems encrusted with shimmering diamonds. There is one transparent blue, cushion-modified-cut, natural aquamarine and two transparent, blue, pear-shaped modified-cut, natural aquamarine gems.
Courtesy of Mrs. Frank X. Henke III, Vice Regent for Oklahoma, and Mr. Henke
201 Classic Jackie-Style Tote
$700
Here is a great addition to your spring and summer wardrobe from the exclusive Worth fashion collection. A Jackie-style linen tote, trimmed with navy leather and adorned with a multi-colored scarf threaded through brass grommets, will stash all your stuff and you will still be in style throughout your busy day.
Courtesy of Lynn Hooff and Louise Priest
204 Selection of Mount Vernon Byers’ Choice Artist-Signed Carolers and Accessories
$580
Six items, each handmade by artisans. All are perfect to expand a connoisseur’s collection. Each is 14” tall and every one is signed by Byers’ Choice founder and artist Joyce Byers. Certain to warm hearts. George Washington 1st Edition Caroler, Martha Washington 1st Edition Caroler, George Washington, the Entrepreneur 2nd Edition Caroler, Martha Washington, Spring Gardener 2nd Edition Caroler, Carriage and Horse, Christmas at Mount Vernon, and Advent Calendar.
Courtesy of R. Campbell & Associates and The Shops at Mount Vernon
205 Brighten Your Smile I
218 Brighten Your Smile II
$700 for each package
Yes, George Washington did have problems with his teeth! In the 21st century, Dr. Joseph A. Ruzzo and the Dental Group of Tyson’s in McLean would like to help you! The first step toward whiter teeth is one of Dr. Ruzzo’s patient services. His is one of the area’s top dental practices to include aesthetic consultation, the first step toward whiter teeth for your sparkling smile. The one hour in-office tooth whitening includes the initial exam and follow-up visits to support this easy, at-home tooth whitening process. This offer is valid through 2009.
Courtesy of Dr. Joseph A. Ruzzo and Dental Group of Tyson’s
207 White Gold Marquis-Shaped Diamond Pin
$880
This antique filigree-design pin is 14K white gold encrusted with small diamonds which total 1.0 carat. It measures two inches in length and would be so lovely worn at the neck of a pretty blouse or on a spring jacket.
Courtesy of The Lipper Family Charitable Foundation
208 18 Karat Gold Bracelet with Snake-Eye Rubies
$1,265
The Nile, anyone? Cleopatra would have approved of this vintage piece of jewelry from the l940s. The 28 grams of 18K gold are in double bangles with the gold snake encircling the bangles. The snake’s eyes are lovely rubies.
Courtesy of Mrs. Joseph W. Henderson III, Vice Regent for the District of Columbia and Mr. Henderson
211 Essential Men’s Accessories
$500
Fourteen beautiful silk ties, each with a different Mount Vernon motif, will elegantly remind all who behold them of the treasure Mount Vernon represents to the nation. As long as silk ties remain an essential gentleman’s accessory, these ties will remain in style.
Courtesy of Ed Osias Sales, Inc. and Josh Bach Limited
213 Paloma Picasso Freshwater Pearl Torsade
$1,925
Fashonistas of every generation agree—pearls make a statement. Adorn your outfit with this exquisite multi-strand freshwater pearl torsade necklace with 18K gold clasp designed exclusively for Tiffany & Co. by Paloma Picasso. Tiffany & Co. cannot, under any circumstances, accept this necklace for exchange or credit.
Courtesy of Tiffany & Co.
214 Vintage Alligator Handbag
$500
Purchased in Hong Kong in 1964, this elegant and authentic alligator handbag was manufactured by Kow Hoo. This is a beautiful brown purse with an alligator strap handle measuring 14 inches. The inside is lined in a soft beige leather and has one open compartment and one zipper compartment. It is 10” x 9” with a base of 2 ½”. It is in very good condition and has been worn exclusively by the owner while living in England, Japan and the USA. It now is the time to recycle and enjoy treasures from the past.
Courtesy of Suzanne Sheafer
220 Watch This One
$1,200
This sensational sleek tank design watch is fashion-forward and constructed of solid 14K polished yellow gold. It gets the attention it deserves while maintaining a classic look. The stunning link design snuggles against your wrist and is 7” in length. Elegance never looked so good!
Courtesy of Michael Anthony Jewelers
225 Ruby and Sapphire Necklace
$950
Add a touch of class with this vintage inspired Etruscan styled necklace. Crafted of 14K yellow gold, it is 16” in length with a one inch drop creating a Y necklace. It has 3 bezel set sapphires and one bezel set ruby in the center.
Courtesy of Deborah Browne
234 Gold, Pearl and Diamond Brooch
$10,500
Ann Hand at her best! There will be a song in your heart whenever you wear this gorgeous brooch! Depicting Orpheus, the Grecian god of music, poetry and love, the 18K gold features diamond eyes and a perfectly round 13mm South Sea pearl. The Greeks should have been so blessed with one-of-a-kind bling for the ages.
Courtesy of Ann Hand
