Fabergé, workmaster Edward Helenius, Imperial double headed crowned eagle pin brooch - 14 kt. Gold - Brooch Diamond

Fabergé workmaster Edward Helenius Antique Russian 56 ( 14kt.) gold Imperial double-headed crowned eagle coat of arms pin brooch. Hallmarked with 56 mark ( 585 = 14kt gold) Maker's mark for Fabergé workmaster Edward Helenius Made in Russia, St. Petersburg, circa 1910 In the center of the pin is mounted a large 0. 40ct old cut diamond. Surrounded by smaller rose-cut diamonds. Edward Helenius Johannovich Faberge’s goldsmith, owned a workshop at 9 Demidov lane in St. Petersburg (recorded in 1910) . The same address belonged to the workshop of Erik Kollin who died in 1901 (see A. Ivanov Gold And Silversmiths In Russia 1600-1926, Nr. 4531) . It is not clear if Helenius took over the Kollin’s workshop after his death or just shared the same address. For some reason, objects by Helenius are extremely rare. Diamonds - Cut: Old-cut and rose-cut Quantity of stones: Main stone carat weight: 0. 40cts. Surrounding diamonds: 0. 28 cts. Colour: F- G ( Main stone) Clarity: SI1 Dimensions - 8. 3 x 1. 5 x 0. 5 cm Weight: 4. 00 grams Condition: Pre-owned, minor signs of usage and age, no damage, great overall condition. * All items are cleaned and inspected before being dispatched. * Item will be safely and securely packaged and shipped within one to two working days. * Please note: customs and import charges may apply for international buyers, bidders are responsible for any customs duties fees. * Shipping price includes express delivery service (one to two working days) , full insurance, and packaging. * If the winning bidder decides to cancel the purchase, they will bear the risk, and cost of all shipping and return import duties of the seller.