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Emil Meister 1955 Swiss 18Kt and Palladium Pendant Brooch 2.76 Ctw VS Diamonds

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Exceptional pendant-brooch designed by Emil Meister. An intricate three-dimensional vintage piece made in Zurich, Switzerland after the war, circa 1950-1960. This pendant-brooch was designed as a carnation flower, with brutalism patterns by the famous jeweler Emil Meister. Totally crafted as a one-of-a-kind, in solid yellow gold of 18 karats and palladium. Suited at the reverse, with a pair of hinged pins with two trombone locks to be wear as a pin and a rectangular movable loop to be hanged into a chain. The petals are decorated back and front, with brushed crisscross Florentine finish and was applied by a very talented practiced engraver. The palladium parts are embellished, with an impeccable pave setting of 69 round brilliant cut diamonds, 2.76 carats E/F color, VS-2 clarity. Have a total weight of 76.6 grams and the measures are 60 by 60 by 30 mm (2.36 by 2.36 by 1.18 Inches). Stamped, with the maker's mark, the swiss gold assay hallmarks and signed, "MEISTER EM .750". The Meister company was founded in 1881 by the goldsmith Emil Meister, as the Bahnhofstrasse in Zurich still looked like a wide country road lined with trees, with the building of the first street-car lines, the Horse-tram (Rösslitram), started in the Bahnhofstrasse. Since then, the tradition of style, top quality, competence and trust has been upheld in all four companies. The high standard of handcraftsmanship is still maintained in their gold and silver workshops. During that time the bold minded goldsmith Emil Meister founded in Münsterhof 16 a shop for trading in jewelry and silverware. This flourished during four generations into a powerful company, represented today by three stores at top addresses in Zurich, now selling gold and diamond jewelry, watches, silver and crystal glass objects, porcelain and renowned top-quality brands. Meister is actually one of the best jewelry houses of Zurich. Collateral: It is accompanied by a presentation jewelry box. Condition: The overall condition of this pendant is excellent. Beside the little normal wear, there is no damage to the gold. All the gemstones, are secured in the settings. This brooch has been carefully inspected to guarantee the condition and authenticity. INVENTORY REF: P0000EEON/1.841
  • Creator:
    Emil Meister
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  • Weight:
    76.6 g
  • Dimensions:
    Width: 2.36 in (59.95 mm)Depth: 1.18 in (29.98 mm)Length: 2.36 in (59.95 mm)
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  • Date of Manufacture:
    1960
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. The overall condition of this pendant is excellent. Beside the little normal wear, there is no damage to the gold. All the gemstones, are secured in the settings. This brooch has been carefully inspected to guarantee the condition and authenticity.
  • Seller Location:
    Miami, FL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: P0000EEON/1.8411stDibs: LU2690216342472
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