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Fred Leighton Multi Gem Bird of Paradise Brooch with Articulated Tail Feathers

$42,500
£31,866.37
€36,944.34
CA$59,310.99
A$66,244.96
CHF 34,422.89
MX$806,730.28
NOK 437,247.65
SEK 412,013.31
DKK 275,649.65
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About the Item

A custom made "Bird of Paradise" brooch of 18kt gold, with cabochon ruby eyes = .10 carats, the head and back set with 80 yellow diamonds = 1.75 carats, the breast paved with 34 brilliant diamonds = 1.70, the throat set with large cabochons of sapphire = 1.10 carats and emerald = .76 carats, with 75 baguette sapphires = 11.25 carats set in the individually articulated tail feathers. Gold mark. 2 1/4 inches x 2 3/4 inches.
  • Creator:
  • Metal:
    18k Gold
  • Stone:
    Diamond,Emerald,Sapphire,Ruby
  • Stone Cut:
    Cabochon
  • Dimensions:
    Width: 2.25 in (57.15 mm)Length: 2.75 in (69.85 mm)
  • Place of Origin:
    United States
  • Period:
    1980-1989
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1980s
  • Condition:
    Excellent.
  • Seller Location:
    New York, NY
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: JU111110148243

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