NATURAL PEARL AND DIAMOND BROOCH, LATE 19TH CENTURY

Of bow design, set with a natural pearl measuring approximately 7.50 x 7.65 x 6.50mm, enhanced with cushion-shaped, single-cut and rose diamonds, brooch fitting detachable.

Formerly from the aigrette of Marie Anne de Savoie, Empress of Austria and Queen of Hungary (1803-1884), godmother of Archduchess Marie Anne of Austria, later Princess Elie de Bourbon Parme. "Un noeud en diamants et une perle au milieu, fait partie de l'aigrette de l'Impératrice Marie Anne". [A diamond bow with a pearl at the centre, part of the aigrette from Empress Marie Anne].

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

Accompanied by SSEF report no. 95657, stating the button-shaped pearl, measuring approximately 7.50 x 7.65 x 6.50mm, was found to be natural, saltwater. Pearl of slightly cream body colour, good lustre, minor surface blemishes. Diamonds estimated to weigh a total of approximately 2.00 - 2.50 carats, on average I-J colour, SI-I clarity, included. Scratches and tarnish to the metal consistent with age and normal use. In good condition. Gross weight approximately 8 grams.
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Accompanied by SSEF report no. 95657, stating that the pearl was found to be natural, saltwater.