Fine Jewels
Fine Jewels
Important Jewels from the Collection of Clarice Smith
Diamond and Pearl Brooch, France
No reserve
Lot Closed
December 12, 05:37 PM GMT
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
Lot Details
Description
Designed as an asymmetrical foliate spray set with old European- and rose-cut diamonds, suspending a drop-shaped pearl measuring approximately 10.7 by 8.0 mm.
- Diamonds weighing a total of approximately 2.45 carats
- Length 4 inches
- French assay mark, workshop mark for Basset et Mareau
- Platinum-topped 18 karat gold
- Circa 1905
- Accompanied by a fitted box
The jewelers Basset et Mareau were registered in Paris from 1900 to 1912. They were known for their Art Nouveau pieces and were suppliers for Boucheron.