DIAMOND BROOCH, 1930s

Of Odeonesque radiating design set with circular-, single-cut and baguette diamonds.

Nita Raya was a dancer and once the partner of Maurice Chevalier between the years of 1937 and 1946. Chevalier is most famously known for his signature songs "Thank Heaven for Little Girls", "I Remember it Well" and the title song for Walt Disney's "Les Aristochats". Probably part of a double clip. Fitting to reverse. Estimated total diamonds weight approximately 5.00 carats, bright and lively. Scratches to mount consistent with wear. In good condition.
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Nita Raya was a dancer and once the partner of Maurice Chevalier between the years of 1937 and 1946. Chevalier is most famously known for his signature songs "Thank Heaven for Little Girls", "I Remember it Well" and the title song for Walt Disney's "The Aristocats".