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Learn MoreDuchess of Devonshire's Aquamarine Brooch, 180 Carats
- This remarkable Belle Époque brooch was owned by the Duchess of Devonshire
- The jewel is set with 180 carats of aquamarines in the coveted Santa Maria blue hue
- The aquamarines are of the finest quality and exceptionally well matched
- Set in platinum with diamond accents and accompanied by its original box
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$348,500
Item No.
32-2760
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Description
Some of the world's finest jewels are distinguished by extraordinary gemstones, exceptional craftsmanship or noble provenance. This remarkable Belle Époque brooch possesses all three. Created circa 1905, the jewel was owned by the Duchess of Devonshire and centers a magnificent oval cut aquamarine weighing approximately 100.00 carats, accompanied by a perfectly matched detachable pear shaped aquamarine weighing approximately 80.00 carats. Together totaling approximately 180.00 carats, these remarkable gems display exceptional clarity and the highly coveted. . .
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Some of the world's finest jewels are distinguished by extraordinary gemstones, exceptional craftsmanship or noble provenance. This remarkable Belle Époque brooch possesses all three. Created circa 1905, the jewel was owned by the Duchess of Devonshire and centers a magnificent oval cut aquamarine weighing approximately 100.00 carats, accompanied by a perfectly matched detachable pear shaped aquamarine weighing approximately 80.00 carats. Together totaling approximately 180.00 carats, these remarkable gems display exceptional clarity and the highly coveted Santa Maria blue hue.
Jewels of such importance were reserved for the most fashionable women of their age, and this brooch found its way to one of Britain's most celebrated. It was owned by Deborah, Duchess of Devonshire, the youngest of the famed Mitford sisters and one of the great style icons of the twentieth century. She wore this very brooch to the legendary White Ball in London, where she was photographed alongside Cecil Beaton. Published in her autobiography, the image immortalized the jewel within one of the most glamorous social circles of its era. Combining exceptional gemstones, period craftsmanship and distinguished provenance, this treasure is a rare survivor from the golden age of aristocratic society.
Delicate old European cut, rose cut and single cut diamonds frame the composition, enhancing the aquamarines' remarkable color and brilliance. Preserved in its original fitted case from Harvey & Gore, this brooch represents the height of Belle Époque elegance and craftsmanship. Set in platinum.
Circa 1905
3 1/8" length
Provenance:
Deborah, Duchess of Devonshire
Private collection
M.S. Rau, New Orleans
Jewels of such importance were reserved for the most fashionable women of their age, and this brooch found its way to one of Britain's most celebrated. It was owned by Deborah, Duchess of Devonshire, the youngest of the famed Mitford sisters and one of the great style icons of the twentieth century. She wore this very brooch to the legendary White Ball in London, where she was photographed alongside Cecil Beaton. Published in her autobiography, the image immortalized the jewel within one of the most glamorous social circles of its era. Combining exceptional gemstones, period craftsmanship and distinguished provenance, this treasure is a rare survivor from the golden age of aristocratic society.
Delicate old European cut, rose cut and single cut diamonds frame the composition, enhancing the aquamarines' remarkable color and brilliance. Preserved in its original fitted case from Harvey & Gore, this brooch represents the height of Belle Époque elegance and craftsmanship. Set in platinum.
Circa 1905
3 1/8" length
Provenance:
Deborah, Duchess of Devonshire
Private collection
M.S. Rau, New Orleans
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Specifications
| Period: | 20th Century |
| Origin: | England |
| Type: | Brooches |
| Style: | Belle Époque |
| Stones: | Aquamarine;Diamonds |
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