Tony Duquette Ruby Diamond and Cultured Pearl Brooch

Crafted in 18K gold; featuring eight pear-shaped cultured pearls set on green chalcedony; three carved rubies weighing approximately 47.00 carats; and accented with 22 round brilliant-cut diamonds weighing a total of approximately 1.30 carats, with I-K color and VS-SI clarity; fastened with a single pin stem and catch; measures 5-3/8 x 2-5/8 inches; weight 110.59 g.

Literature: Brooch is featured in Hutton Wilkinson, "Tony Duquette: Jewelry," New York, Abrams, 2011, p. 57.

Signed: TONY DUQUETTE; Stamped: 18K
Condition Report: Slight scratches to gold surface. Otherwise in very good condition.

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