Platinum, Rose Gold, Moonstone, Diamond and Ruby Bird Brooch, Marcus & Co., Circa 1940

Depicting birds in flight, the wings set with segments of cabochon moonstones, accented by old European-cut, round and single-cut diamonds, and calibré-cut rubies, signed Marcus.

Set with 18 segments of cabochon moonstones, 25 old European-cut, round and single-cut diamonds, and 6 calibré-cut rubies. Moonstones have a very nice, billowy blue adularescence. Diamonds are approximately E to G color, VVS to VS clarity. The rubies well-matched for color, richly saturated medium-deep red. Mounting is in excellent condition. Length of brooch approximately 4 inches, width 1 7/8 inches. Signed Marcus on the bar connecting the three birds, scratch no. 74525 on back of each bird.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion. Illustrations in the catalogue may not be actual size. Prospective purchasers are reminded that, unless the catalogue description specifically states that a stone is natural, we have assumed that some form of treatment may have been used and that such treatment may not be permanent. Our presale estimates reflect this assumption.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.

Illustrated in Penny Proddow and Debra Healy, American Jewelry: Glamour and Tradition, p. 123, pl. 96; also illustrated in Vogue Magazine, December 1, 1940, p. 58.