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A brooch

Estimate €700–1.000

Description

In silver (833/000) and gold (800/000), in the form of a cut rosette with a floral frieze. Set with garnets in various cuts, very small emeralds, rose-cut diamonds and 8 old brilliant-cut diamonds with a total approximate weight of 0.32ct.

Portuguese hallmark in use from 1938 to 1984 and goldsmith's mark of the same period.

(signs of wear)

W.: 3.5 cm

10 g

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