
Description
A TURQUOISE AND RUBY CLIP BROOCH
Designed as a corsage, the figurative flowerheads of round and oval-shaped cabochon turquoise, accented by round rubies throughout; mounted in 18k gold; measures 2 7/8 x 2 in.
Footnotes:
OVERALL CONDITION:
Metal purity unstamped and tested with XRF (X-ray fluorescence) for 18k gold; clipback clasps securely; clipback slightly bent; turquoise show some scratches and abrasion from wear, in addition to natural matrixing; superficial wear in the form of minor scratches; overall good condition.
MAJOR COLORED GEMSTONE: turquoise
Approximate Dimensions: round: 10.95 mm, oval: 12.1 x 6.75 x 4.2 - 18.45 x 11.6 x 7.6 mm
Clarity: some matrixing
Hue: very slightly greenish blue to blue
ACCENT GEMSTONE: ruby
Overall color and clarity: purplish red, slightly to heavily included with few surface-reaching inclusions
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Approximate gross weight: 35.8 grams
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.
Designed as a corsage, the figurative flowerheads of round and oval-shaped cabochon turquoise, accented by round rubies throughout; mounted in 18k gold; measures 2 7/8 x 2 in.
Footnotes:
OVERALL CONDITION:
Metal purity unstamped and tested with XRF (X-ray fluorescence) for 18k gold; clipback clasps securely; clipback slightly bent; turquoise show some scratches and abrasion from wear, in addition to natural matrixing; superficial wear in the form of minor scratches; overall good condition.
MAJOR COLORED GEMSTONE: turquoise
Approximate Dimensions: round: 10.95 mm, oval: 12.1 x 6.75 x 4.2 - 18.45 x 11.6 x 7.6 mm
Clarity: some matrixing
Hue: very slightly greenish blue to blue
ACCENT GEMSTONE: ruby
Overall color and clarity: purplish red, slightly to heavily included with few surface-reaching inclusions
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Approximate gross weight: 35.8 grams
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.
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A TURQUOISE AND RUBY CLIP BROOCH
Estimate $7,000-$9,000
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$7,000
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Fine Jewelry
Mar 05, 2026 1:00 PM ESTLos Angeles, CA, United States
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