$1,750
consisting of an openwork design accented with millegrain edgework, containing five oval rose cut diamonds weighing approximately 1. 31 carats total, 42 rose cut diamonds, the border containing numerous multicolor pearls (origin not tested) measuring approximately 3.00-3.55 mm in diameter. Hand inscribed: 38868. 3.70 dwts. Property from the Estate of Betty Melaver, Savannah, Georgia The brooch measures approximately 40.00 x 25.00 mm Main Rose Cut Diamonds Characteristics (graded in setting) Color: I-J Clarity: VS2-SI2 Overall Condition: All five diamond exhibit surface abrasions concentrated to the facet junction which are visible under 10X magnification. Melee Rose Cut Diamonds Characteristics (graded in setting) Color: I-J Clarity: SI1-I1 Overall Condition: Numerous stones exhibit surface abrasions which are visible under 10X magnification. The pearls exhibit even lustre and appear to be securely attached to the brooch. The silver exhibits even surface oxydation.
Auctioneer:
Leslie Hindman Auctioneers
Date:
2017-04-23
