Gem set, enamel and diamond brooch, Mauboussin, 1960s

Of floral and foliate design, applied with pale green enamel, the flowers set with circular-cut rubies, sapphires and emeralds, highlighted with circular- and single-cut diamonds, signed Mauboussin, numbered, French assay marks.

Signed Mauboussin Paris, numbered 0292. French assay marks for 18 carat gold. Sapphires, emeralds and rubies well matched in colour, blue, green and pinkish red of medium strong saturation, with small scratches, abrasions and nicks. Enamel with scratches, cracks and areas of loss. Diamonds bright and lively, estimated to weigh a total of approximately 2.00 - 2.50 carats, on average G-I colour, SI-I clarity, as gauged and graded in the mount. Signs of wear and scratches to the metal consistent with use. In good condition. Gross weight approximately 42 grams.
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