Emerald and diamond brooch, 1960s

Of palmette design, the pear-shaped emerald within a radiating surround of marquise-shaped, circular-cut and baguette diamonds, French assay and partial maker's marks.

Cf: Viviane Jutheau, Sterlé: Joaillier Paris, Paris, 1990, for drawings of brooches of similar design by Sterlé.

Pins stamped with French assay marks for 18 carat gold, mounted in white gold. Emerald measuring approximately 10.75 x 8.20mm (depth not possible to measure due to mounting), of good clarity, with some small typical surface reaching inclusions. Diamonds estimated to weigh a total of approximately 20.00 - 23.00 carats, on average G-H colour and VS clarity, as gauged and graded in the mounting. Signs of normal wear to the metal, scratches consistent with use. In good condition. Gross weight approximately 43 grams.
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