Ruby, Diamond and Emerald Flower Brooch, Circa 1930

Designed as a pair of blossoms framed by four leaves, the first centered by a cushion-cut diamond weighing approximately 2.35 carats, framed by old European-cut diamonds, the petals set with round rubies, the other flowerhead reversely decorated, centered by a cushion-cut ruby framed by round rubies and old European-cut diamonds, the leaves set with calibré-cut emeralds, the stems set with square-cut diamonds, accented at the top by a pair of kite-shaped diamonds, mounted in platinum, pink and yellow gold.

In good condition overall, with some slight patination to the gold on the reverse commensurate with age. The large cushion-cut diamond is approximately K-L color, VS clarity. The remaining diamonds, weighing approximately 11.00 carats, are approximately G-I color, VS-SI clarity. The rubies are a medium dark purplish red, lightly to moderately included. The emeralds are well matched for color, a light, slightly bluish green, and are lightly to moderately included. There is a scratch mark reading 1789 on the reverse.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion. Illustrations in the catalogue may not be actual size. Prospective purchasers are reminded that, unless the catalogue description specifically states that a stone is natural, we have assumed that some form of treatment may have been used and that such treatment may not be permanent. Our presale estimates reflect this assumption.
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