Ruby, Diamond, Hardstone, Gold Brooch, Austrian Stones: Ruby cabochons;...
Ruby, Diamond, Hardstone, Gold Brooch, Austrian Stones: Ruby cabochons; full-cut diamonds weighing a total of approximately 0.75 carat; carved green hardstone Metal: 14k gold Marked: Austrian hallmarks Gross Weight: 38.60 grams Dimensions: 2-7/16 inches x 2-1/4 inches Property from the Estate of Mrs. Betty Jo “BJ” Graham, El Paso, Texas HID09710052018 © 2024 Heritage Auctions | All Rights Reserved
Condition Report: Diamonds:Avg Color: G-H-IAvg Clarity: VSShape(s): Full-CutCount: 1 - 25Colored Gems:Type(s): Ruby and Green HardstoneShape(s): Cabochon and CarvedCount: 76 - 100Avg Quality: GoodMetals:GoldOverall Condition: Very GoodCondition Notes: Absolutely stunning detail has been incorporated into this special brooch, so much so the raspberries look life-like. Bearing Austrian hallmarks of a horse head facing left, representing 14k, with 'W' on it's right indicating the Vienna assay office. Overall this is in outstanding condition, the carved leaves are thought to be chalcedony rather than nephrite after testing. Minor discoloration to portions of 14k can be seen on the reverse.
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Ruby, Diamond, Hardstone, Gold Brooch, Austrian Stones: Ruby cabochons; full-cut diamonds weighing a total of approximately 0.75 carat; carved green hardstone Metal: 14k gold Marked: Austrian hallmarks Gross Weight: 38.60 grams Dimensions: 2-7/16 inches x 2-1/4 inches Property from the Estate of Mrs. Betty Jo “BJ” Graham, El Paso, Texas HID09710052018 © 2024 Heritage Auctions | All Rights Reserved
Condition Report: Diamonds:Avg Color: G-H-IAvg Clarity: VSShape(s): Full-CutCount: 1 - 25Colored Gems:Type(s): Ruby and Green HardstoneShape(s): Cabochon and CarvedCount: 76 - 100Avg Quality: GoodMetals:GoldOverall Condition: Very GoodCondition Notes: Absolutely stunning detail has been incorporated into this special brooch, so much so the raspberries look life-like. Bearing Austrian hallmarks of a horse head facing left, representing 14k, with 'W' on it's right indicating the Vienna assay office. Overall this is in outstanding condition, the carved leaves are thought to be chalcedony rather than nephrite after testing. Minor discoloration to portions of 14k can be seen on the reverse.
