$35,670
Fine Antique Peacock Feather Brooch, set with a hexagonal emerald measuring approx. 7.60 x 7.83 x 4.30 mm, framed by two rows of old mine-cut diamonds, and a row of cushion-cut rubies, further set with rose-cut diamonds, silver-topped gold mount, the spine of the feather hinged and sprung, lg. 4 in. Note: A similar example c. 1870 is pictured in Understanding Jewellery , David Bennett and Daniela Mascetti, plate 203.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2015-09-29