Two Gold, Pearl, and Gem Set Brooches
the first designed as a grape cluster with a satin finish yellow gold leaf background and gold support, completed with single pin stem, stamped 750 and with a maker's mark (1 5/8 in.); the second designed with a pearl cluster having ruby and diamond accents against a gold leaf with bead set ruby accents throughout, completed with single pin stem and marked 14KT (1 5/8 in.) (deficient one accent ruby to leaf; some rubies with chips visible under magnification).
21.0 total dwt.
Pearls lightly blemished and with good nacre.
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Condition Report: Good estate condition; one diamond and ruby loose in mount; a couple of rubies have minor abrasions and nicks.
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the first designed as a grape cluster with a satin finish yellow gold leaf background and gold support, completed with single pin stem, stamped 750 and with a maker's mark (1 5/8 in.); the second designed with a pearl cluster having ruby and diamond accents against a gold leaf with bead set ruby accents throughout, completed with single pin stem and marked 14KT (1 5/8 in.) (deficient one accent ruby to leaf; some rubies with chips visible under magnification).
21.0 total dwt.
Pearls lightly blemished and with good nacre.
Additional high-resolution photos are available at LelandLittle.com
Condition Report: Good estate condition; one diamond and ruby loose in mount; a couple of rubies have minor abrasions and nicks.