René Boivin Natural pearl and diamond brooch, circa 1980

The flowerhead centering a button-shaped natural pearl measuring approximately 9.95 - 11.70 x 16.80mm, suspending an articulated pendant of foliate design set with old cushion-shaped, circular-cut and rose diamonds, terminating in a slightly baroque drop-shaped natural pearl measuring approximately 12.15 - 13.20 x 9.50mm capped by rose diamonds, signed René Boivin, French assay marks for gold, one small diamond deficient, case stamped René Boivin.

Accompanied by SSEF report no. 136337, dated 1 March 2024, stating that the pearls were found to be natural, saltwater.

Condition Report:
Accompanied by SSEF report no. 136337, dated 1 March 2024, stating that the button-shaped pearl, measuring approximately 12.15 - 13.20 x 9.50mm, and the slightly baroque drop-shaped pearl, measuring approximately 9.95 - 11.70 x 16.80mm, were found to be natural, saltwater;
together with a Françoise Cailles letter of authenticity, dated 28 March 2004, stating that the jewel was created by René Boivin, circa 1980.

Signed René Boivin. French assay marks for 18 carat gold. Pearls of cream body colour, with slight rosé and green overtones, internal fractures, noodling to the button-shaped pearl, wrinkled skin on the drop-shaped pearl, blemishes to the nacre, areas of good orient to the drop-shaped pearl, both with satin-like lustre. Diamonds estimated to weigh a total of approximately 5.00 - 6.50 carats, on average L-M colour, I clarity as gauged and graded in the mount, one small diamond deficient. Light scratching to the metal consistent with normal wear. In good condition. Drop-shaped pearl pendant repurposed from an earlier jewel. Measuring approximately 95 x 25mm. Gross weight approximately 31 grams. Accompanied by a case stamped René Boivin Joailliers 4. Avenue de l'Opéra Paris.