Auction: Fine Jewelry - 2471Location: BostonDate / Time: September 15, 2009 10:00AM
Description:
Antique Ruby and Diamond Shell Brooch, bead-set with lines of cushion-cut rubies interspersed with rose-cut diamonds, enamel edges, button pearl highlights, lg. 1 3/8 in., partial maker's mark.
Estimate $1,000-1,500
Edges with enamel loss. Rubies are quite pleasant, some minor facet wear. Quite beautifully made.