Verdura - The Hong Kong Jewels Auction Hong Kong Thursday, March 28, 2024 | Phillips

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    • Of floral design, set with an oval star ruby weighing approximately 11.00 carats, surrounded by sapphire beads and circular-cut sapphires, accented with brilliant-cut and faceted diamonds, mounted in platinum and white gold, signed Verdura Paris, French assay mark, maker's mark, length approximately 38 mm.

      Accompanied by Gübelin report no. 24027048, stating that the star ruby is of Burmese origin, with no indications of heating.

      附瑞士Gübelin證書

  • Artist Biography

    Verdura

    American

    Duke Fulco di Verdura was born into an aristocratic family in the late nineteenth century and quickly became a man with a vast imagination. Raised in a world of fairy tale-themed costume parties, Verdura conceptualized jewelry inspired by the animal aesthetics from his lavish childhood.

    With a youthful, refreshing approach to jewelry making and an international sensibility, Verdura prospered in the interwar years and capitalized on the wealth of tourists who visited Venice and Palermo. He caught the attention of Cole Porter, who became a long-lasting patron and appreciated the value in Verdura's diamond, gold, and pearl accessories.

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Star Ruby, Sapphire and Diamond Brooch

Of floral design, set with an oval star ruby weighing approximately 11.00 carats, surrounded by sapphire beads and circular-cut sapphires, accented with brilliant-cut and faceted diamonds, mounted in platinum and white gold, signed Verdura Paris, French assay mark, maker's mark, length approximately 38 mm.

Accompanied by Gübelin report no. 24027048, stating that the star ruby is of Burmese origin, with no indications of heating.

附瑞士Gübelin證書

Estimate
HK$300,000 - 380,000 
$40,000-50,000

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The Hong Kong Jewels Auction

Hong Kong Auction 28 March 2024