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Sapphire, Ruby and Diamond Yacht Flag Brooch
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 USD
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Description
Set with calibré-cut sapphires and rubies, the center decorated with a small round diamond within a star, mounted in 18 karat yellow and white gold, signed Sieff.
Catalogue Note
Designed as a red cross on a blue field with a 5 point star in the center, the New York Yacht Club burgee was designed in 1845. Based in New York City and Newport, Rhode Island, the New York Yacht Club is one of the most distinguished and influential yachting institutions in the world. Founded in 1844 by 9 gentlemen with a passion for the sport, current membership is over 3,000. This brooch was commissioned by one of those members.