Vienna 1900: An Imperial and Royal Collection

From the Collection of Princess Maria Immaculata of Bourbon-Two Sicilies, Archduchess of Austria-Tuscany (1844–1899)

Fine natural pearl and diamond brooch, late 19th century

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November 7, 12:14 PM GMT

Estimate

70,000 - 120,000 CHF

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Description

From the Collection of Princess Maria Immaculata of Bourbon-Two Sicilies, Archduchess of Austria-Tuscany (1844–1899)

Fine natural pearl and diamond brooch, late 19th century

The button-shaped natural pearl measuring 14.54 - 14.67 x 12.07mm, within a border of stylised floral design set with cushion-shaped diamonds, fitted case.

Accompanied by SSEF report no. 131214, stating that the pearl was found to be natural, saltwater.

Princess Maria Immaculata of Bourbon-Two Sicilies, Archduchess of Austria-Tuscany (1844–1899)

Archduchess Maria Immaculata of Austria-Tuscany, Duchess of Württemberg (1878-1968)

This brooch was originally worn by Princess Maria Immaculata of Bourbon-Two Sicilies, Archduchess of Austria-Tuscany (1844–1899) on a wide gold bangle. When it was inherited by her daughter Archduchess Maria Immaculata of Austria-Tuscany, Duchess of Württemberg (1878-1968) the setting was changed to its present form.