Ruby, enamel and diamond brooch, 1950s

Designed as a rose, the petals set with variously cut rubies, accented with red enamel dots, the pistil set  with circular-cut diamonds to a baguette diamond stem,

The correct estimate is CHF 42,000-68,000 / US$ 35,000-58,000. Metal tests as platinum. Rubies of various shapes and saturations of purplish pinkish red, typical inclusions visible with and without magnification. A few red enamel dots chipped and deficient. Estimated total diamond weight approximately 1.90 carats, generally G-I colour, VS-SI clarity. Minor indentations and some scratches to metal consistent with wear. Evidence of lead solder to reverse and right hand edge just visible to edge. In good condition.
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