A mid 20th century 18ct gold old-cut diamond squirrel brooch, holding a rose-cut diamond nut, by

A mid 20th century 18ct gold old-cut diamond squirrel brooch, holding a rose-cut diamond nut, by René Boivin.Estimated total old-cut diamond weight 1.10cts, G-H colour, VS clarity.French assay marks. Boivin maker's mark.Length 6cms. 35.4gms.
Condition Report: Surface scratches and minor marks.
One of the pin is significantly bent to draw in behind the other pins clasp.
Bent pin has partial maker's mark, worn.
Further maker's mark to the body of the brooch.
Diamonds appear bright and well matched.
Size and setting of rose-cut diamonds prevents accurate weight, colour and clarity assessment.

Diamonds are predominantly old and rose-cuts, two appear circular-cut, near round brilliant, no obvious marks to the mounts, believed original.
One minor nick to one of the larger rose-cut diamonds.
Gem to the eye is sunken, glue to the surfaces, may benefit from clean and re-set.
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