Diamond, South Sea Cultured Pearl, Enamel, Gold, Palladium-Topped Gold Brooches. ... (Total: 4 Items)

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Diamond, South Sea Cultured Pearl, Enamel, Gold, Palladium-Topped Gold Brooches
Stones: Full, single and rose-cut diamonds
Pearls: Baroque South Sea cultured pearl measuring 14.00 x 18.00 mm
Element: Enamel
Metal: 14k gold, 15k gold, 18k gold, palladium-topped gold
Marked: for Silvano Giarola (rooster), Martine (sailor mouse)
Dimensions: 1-3/4 inches x 1-3/8 inches (rooster), 1-3/4 inches x 1-1/8 inches (sailor mouse), 2-1/2 inches x 11/16 inch (RAF), and 1-1/2 inches x 1-1/2 inches (four leaf clover)

Estate gift of Beverly Hudgins Ray, Dallas, Texas; Proceeds of the sale of this lot to benefit North Texas Community Foundation and North Texas nonprofits.

Condition Report*: Diamonds:
Avg Color: J-K-L
Avg Clarity: SI
Shape(s): Full, Single, Rose-cut
Count: 100+

Pearls:

Pearl: 1
Type: South Sea
Shape: Baroque
Color: Silver
Overtone: Aubergine
Luster: Good
Surface: Blemished
Count: 1
Size: 14.00 x 18.00 mm

Metals:
Gold
Palladium

Overall Condition: Good
Condition Notes: A delightful ensemble of whimsical brooches, perfect for mixing, matching, and adding a touch of charm to any mood or outfit. The proud rooster, finely crafted in 18k gold, bears the Italian registry mark <766 AL> for Silvano Giarola, showcasing exquisite detail. A fanciful sailor mouse by MARTINE, circa 1970, brings a playful nautical flair in 14k gold. The WWII sweetheart brooch, designed as a cap badge, features the RAF emblem encircled by an enameled laurel wreath, flanked by feathered wings and a crown fashioned in 15k gold with palladium-topped accents. Completing the set, a lucky four-leaf clover brooch glows with rich green enamel over 18k gold, showing a touch of movement for added charm. Brooches complete with pinstems and catches. Metals tested using XRF technology.

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2025 October 23 The Estate of Beverly Hudgins Ray, Dallas, Texas Jewelry Showcase Auction #23218 (go to Auction Home page)

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October, 2025

23rd Thursday

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Sold on Oct 23, 2025 for: $2,750.00

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