Three gem set and diamond brooches, Boucheron, Van Cleef & Arpels and Hermès

One designed as a boar, the snout of carved coral, the tusks set with single- and brilliant-cut diamonds, the eye embellished with a cabochon emerald, signed Boucheron, numbered, French assay and maker's marks, one designed as a chick, collet-set with a turquoise cabochon, the eye accented with a cabochon ruby and single-cut diamonds, signed Van Cleef & Arpels, numbered, French assay and maker's marks, and one designed as an owl, set with a cabochon carnelian, the eyes set with cabochon onyx and single-cut diamonds, signed Hermès, French assay and maker's marks.

Potential bidders who intend to export this lot are advised that certain permits may be required for export. If you are interested in this lot, please contact the Jewellery Department before bidding. Brooch designed as a boar signed Boucheron Paris, numbered 19557. French maker's mark for A. Pery & Cie., 7 Boulevard Saint-Denis, 75003 Paris. French assay mark for 18 carat gold. Coral orange, with small growth marks and minor scratches. Cabochon emerald in overall good condition. Diamonds bright and lively. Clasp secure, sliding safety catch. Brooch designed as a chick signed Van Cleef & Arpels, numbered B3099. French maker's mark for A. Pery & Cie., 7 Boulevard Saint-Denis, 75003 Paris. French assay marks for 18 carat gold. Inscribed 59. Turquoise cabochon with typical matrix inclusions, small scratches. Cabochon ruby with surface-reaching inclusions and scratches. Diamonds bright and lively. Small signs of wear to the metal. Clasp secure, rotating safety catch. Brooch designed as an owl signed Hermes Paris, French maker's mark for J. Bondt, 19 Rue Choiseul, 75002 Paris. French assay marks for platinum and gold. Cabochon carnelian translucent, with minor scratches. Onyx cabochons in good condition. Diamonds bright and lively. Clasp secure, sliding safety catch. Signs of wear to the metal consistent with use. In good condition. Total gross weight approximately 42 grams.
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