18 Karat Gold, Ruby and Diamond 'Pineapple' Brooch, Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co., France

Designed as a pineapple with textured gold leaves, set with round rubies and accented by small round diamonds weighing approximately .35 carat, topped by a cabochon ruby and polished gold foliate detail, signed Tiffany & Co., Schlumberger, France, French assay and workshop marks.  With signed box.

Set with 50 round and 1 cabochon ruby, total ruby weight estimated to be roughly 20 to 25 carats. Bright and lively medium red color and good clarity. Additionally set with 7 small round diamonds weighing approximately .35 carat. 'Tiffany & Co, Schlumberger' signature on applied plaque on the interior of base rim. 'France' engraved on base rim exterior. Scratch number 13468761 on pin stem bridge. In very good condition.
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.
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A similar brooch is illustrated in Tiffany Colored Gems, John Loring, p. 213.