Important Jewels: Part I
Important Jewels: Part I
Property of a West Coast Philanthropist
Star Ruby, Ruby and Diamond Brooch
Lot Closed
October 19, 06:41 PM GMT
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
Lot Details
Description
Centering an oval-shaped cabochon star ruby, framed by three rows of ruby beads, each topped by a single-cut diamond, further accented by round diamonds.
- Star ruby measuring approximately 21.00 x 14.50 mm
- Diamonds weighing a total of approximately 11.65 carats
- Length 2 inches
- Platinum and gold
- Gross weight approximately 38 dwts
Precious Stone Jewels from the Unique Collection of the late Helena Rubinstein, sold at Parke-Bernet Galleries, Inc., October 12, 1965, lot 148.
The present lot was offered in the Helena Rubinstein sale as a ring and later converted to a pendant-brooch with a diamond border.