Early 19th century brooch (1830 - 1850) (?)

[Nora]

This is up for sale at a Tel Aviv auction house for 400 USD.
15 kt. rose gold. 3 old cut diamonds. Basra pearls (one missing) and enamel painting on copper.
Lot no. 2649 http://auctions.egozigallery.com/auction.asp?ID=60&Item=2649

 

[GemGeek]

Looks like 400 is the starting price, but if you are the only person, you can get lucky. She's covered in jewels!

 

[Nora]

If you buy before the auction, the price for this brooch will be 400 USD + IVA. This is their policy.
I have bought there two pieces before:

A ring with SS keshi, 18 kt. + diamond for 350 USD View attachment 30710

and


16" 50 ct. 143 pearls, biggest 5.7, smallest 3.7 for 100 USD

 

[GemGeek]

That is a great policy!

 

[Nora]

That is a great policy!

Agree. I wish others would do the same

 

[kiwipaul]

Hi Nora,

Downside on the lovely brooch is the missing sections of enamel in that recessed ring inside the circle of pearls. However the picture of the girl is charming.

Your $100 strand of naturals was a huge bargain, congratulation on that great score. They'll look great with a suitable clasp.

 

[Nora]

Thanks for the comment Kiwipaul!

You have good eyes

Interesting thing about those pearls is that when I bought them they looked kind of miserable and not interesting. I had to buy them for what they were.
After a good bath, and few wears, they started to glow and I have this strange feeling that every day they get better and better, kind of deep glow.

 

[pattye]

Nora, Do let us know on the brooch. It is delightful. And your strand of naturals, they needed you to bring out their beauty! You have a great eye for quality antique.

 

[Nora]

Thank you Pattye!
I'm not going for the brooch (I never wear them). I just wanted to show this for those on the forum that might be interested.