Sold for $23,750

Sold prices are inclusive of Buyer’s Premium

Lot Description

TONY DUQUETTE, MULTIGEM AND CORAL BROOCH

Containing one cushion mixed cut blue fluorite measuring approximately 29.00 x 19.35 mm, six pear mixed cut citrines, 15 cushion mixed cut green fluorites and 17 round mixed cut citrines surmounted on eight pieces of petrified coral. Mounted in yellow gold. 5 1/2 x 4 3/4 inches.
Stamp: TONY DUQUETTE 18K.
125.10 dwt.

Property from a Private Collection

The petrified coral is prehistoric and potentially from the Artic Sea.

Condition Report

Measurements: The brooch measures approximately 5 1/2 inches by 4 3/4 inches.

Overall Condition: Superficial scratches are consistent with wear. One of the horns of the coral has a small chip.

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