拍品 60
  • 60

DIAMOND BROOCH, LATE 19TH CENTURY

估價
5,000 - 8,000 CHF
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描述

Of bow design, set with cushion-shaped, circular-cut and rose diamonds, brooch fitting detachable.

來源

Given to the Archduchess Marie Anne of Austria, Princess Elie of Bourbon-Parme (1882-1940), by her brother, Archduke Albert of Austria (1897-1955), on the occasion of her 17th birthday. “ Un écrin rouge écarlate (Schwarz und Steiner) petit nœud en diamants.

Cadeau de mon frère pour mes 17 ans (Nœud pour l’ordre de la croix étoilée) ”.

[A scarlet red case (Schwarz und Steiner) small diamond bow.

Gifted by my brother for my seventeen birthday (Bow for the Order of the Starry Cross)].

Excerpt from the inventory of Archduchess Marie Anne of Austria, Princess Elie de Bourbon Parme

Condition

Diamonds estimated to weigh a total of approximately 10.00 - 12.00 carats, on average H-J colour, VS-SI clarity, the central diamond I clarity, included, as gauged and graded in the mount. Scratches to the metal consistent with age and use. Clasp secure. In good condition. Gross weight approximately 18 grams. Brooch fitting detachable.
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