Gem-set and diamond brooch, Seaman Schepps

The floral brooch set with sapphires, emeralds and a ruby cut en cabochon, embellished with cultured pearls, one of baroque form, the leaves pavé-set with brilliant-cut diamonds, the stem of yellow gold,

For a similar example, please refer to Seaman Schepps, Century of New York Jewelry Design, Amanda Vaill and Janet Zapat, The Vendôme Press, 2004, page 67.

Stamped 750 for gold and numbered P7973. The baroque pearl measuring approximately 17 x 23mm, medium lustre, some typical blemishes to the skin. The 15 cabochon sapphires weigh approximately 84.00 carats in total, grey-blue hue, total emerald weight approximately 13.10 carats, yellowish-green hue, all well matched. The ruby weighs approximately 6.25 carats, pinkish red hue. Total diamond weight approximately 5.10 carats. Signs of normal wear and scratches consistent with use. Condition good.
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