Description:
Enamel and Diamond Plaque Brooch, c. 1925, converted from a buckle, centering an old European-cut diamond weighing approx. 1.50 cts., with bow and garland motifs set with old European-, old mine-, old single-, and rose-cut diamonds, on guilloche enamel ground, 3 1/8 x 2 1/8 in.
Estimate $6,000-8,000
Reverse inscribed
"To the glory of God
and in loving memory
of John Schureman Sutphen
Oct. 23-1866-May 23-1925."
One melee missing. Later pinstem, evidence of prior findings. Light scratches to reverse.
Diamond is lively, clean under magnification. Cannot be graded due to mounted condition.
Items may have wear and tear, imperfections, or the effects of aging. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Kaitlin Shinnick
Director, Jewelry
617-874-4313
John Colasacco
Deputy Director, Jewelry
617-874-4313
Gloria Lieberman
Director Emerita
617-350-5400
Fine Jewelry
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