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Sapphire, Diamond, Platinum Pendant-Brooch . ...

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Description

Sapphire, Diamond, Platinum Pendant-Brooch
Stones: Sapphire cabochon; marquise-shaped
diamonds weighing a total of approximately
4.25 carats; full-cut diamonds weighing a total
of approximately 1.50 carats; round-shaped
sapphires weighing a total of approximately
4.50 carats
Metal: Platinum
Gross Weight: 23.20 grams
Dimensions: 1-3/8 inches x 1-5/16 inches

From the Estate of Willa Dean Lyon

Estimate: $10,000 - $15,000.

Condition Report*: Diamonds:
Avg Color: G-H-I
Avg Clarity: VS
Shape(s): Marquise and Full-Cut
Count: 26 - 50

Colored Gems:
Type(s): Sapphire
Shape(s): Cabochon and Round
Count: 1 - 25
Avg Quality: Good

Metals:
Platinum

Overall Condition: Good
Condition Notes: Measuring 37 mm in diameter, this sapphire and diamond brooch maintains a balanced size, offering presence without being overly large. The center sapphire, measuring approximately 15.00 x 12.15 x 9.65 mm, displays a pleasing blue color with minor surface-reaching inclusions visible under magnification. Both the sapphires and diamonds are in great overall condition, retaining their brilliance and integrity. The reverse features two functional bails for optional pendant wear, along with a traditional pin stem, allowing the piece to also be worn as a brooch.
*Heritage Auctions strongly encourages in-person inspection of items by the bidder. Statements by Heritage regarding the condition of objects are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as statements of fact, and do not constitute a representation, warranty, or assumption of liability by Heritage. All lots offered are sold "AS IS".

Auction Info

2025 December 3 Holiday Fine Jewelry Signature® Auction #5575 (go to Auction Home page)
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December
3rd Wednesday 9:50 am CT
Auction Dates
December
3rd Wednesday
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17 Days 18h 14m 58s
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This lot is in: 1 - Signature® Floor Session (Live Floor, Live Phone, Mail, Fax, Internet, and Heritage Live):
(Lots 55001-55355) - 10:00 AM Central Time, Wednesday, December 3, 2025.
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2801 W. Airport Freeway
Dallas, TX 75261

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