18 Karat Gold, Blackened Silver, Kunzite, Tourmaline, Cultured Pearl and Diamond Blackamoor Brooch, Tony Duquette

Centering an oval-shaped kunzite weighing approximately 27.75 carats, the crown topped by a baroque cultured pearl measuring approximately 12.5 by 13.5 mm, framed by florets and suspending a pear-shaped drop set with pink tourmalines weighing approximately 25.00 carats, further set with round diamonds weighing approximately .30 carat, signed Tony Duquette; drop detachable.

In good condition. The kunzite is a light purplish pink, eye-clean. The tourmalines are a medium to medium-deep red-purple to reddish purple, eye-clean to slightly included. The tourmaline drop is a medium reddish purple, heavily included but translucent. The slightly baroque cultured pearl has a dark gray body color, good luster, with some evident ringing and pitting. The diamonds are approximately H-I color, SI clarity. Signed on an applied plaque on the reverse.
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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