A PAIR OF 18K GOLD, RUBY, SAPPHIRE AND DIAMOND BROOCHES, ITALY
The first of floral design, with twisted yellow gold ribbons, to the central row of single-cut diamonds, flanked by two rows of graduated pear-shaped sapphires; and the second of similar design with pear-shaped rubies; with Italian assay marks; length 1½ in. each
Footnotes:
Offered without reserve

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Throughout the twentieth century, the Loehmann's franchise uniquely captured the entrepreneurial spirit and fashion-barrier-bashing ethos epitomized by 1920's America. From the very beginning, Loehmann's was a retail oasis where savvy fashionistas could purchase the designer samples and end-of-season surplus garments from the world's most exclusive designers at deeply discounted and accessible prices. Loehmann's became more than a store; it was a place to socialize, a place to treasure-hunt, a place of discovery. At Loehmann's, a shopper with a keen eye was bound to find a hidden gem.

Originating under the stylistic eye of Frieda Mueller and husband, Charles Loehmann in 1920, Charlie Loehmann their son, worked alongside his mother to become the CEO, and successfully built upon the ground-breaking Loehmann's business model and steered the development of stores throughout the country. Through his years of business success, he was inspired and continuously supported by his wife Anita Torres Loehmann, who he had met while delivering a dress from Loehmann's to her. Anita was an extremely impressive woman who served as a savvy advisor for the Loehmann's business.

With her own glamorous style, Anita T. Loehmann was a chic woman with an eye for beauty. Often socializing in both New York and Palm Beach society, Anita attended balls and fundraisers dressed impeccably in designer gowns from Loehmann's Back Room collection, accented by statements of sensational jewelry from her international collection.
This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: ¤
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OVERALL CONDITION:
Moderate superficial wear in the form of minor scratches and surface material; overall good condition.

DIAMONDS:
Approximate total number of diamonds: 20
Approximate total diamond weight: 0.05 carats
Approximate overall diamond color and clarity: F-G color, VS clarity

SAPPHIRE:
Approximate total number: 12
Approximate total carat weight: 3.00 carats

Dark slightly violetish-blue; several inclusions visible at 10x magnification; few inclusions visible to unaided-eye.

RUBIES:
Approximate total number: 12
Approximate total carat weight: 3.00 carats

Medium-dark strongly purplish-red; several inclusions visible at 10x magnification; few inclusions visible to unaided-eye.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Metal: Stamped 18k gold, tested 14k gold
Clasps and safeties: Secured
Gross weight approximately: 35.1 g

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This condition report is provided for your convenience based on the opinion of our gemologists. Bonhams is not responsible for any discrepancies between this information and other opinions.