Important Jewelry & Rare and Exotic G...

New York, Grand Havana Room, Apr 25, 2001

LOT 508

Exceptionally Rare Purple Star Sapphire Brooch, circa 1880Designed as a turtle, the shell or body made from an oval, cabochon-cut purple star sapphire weighing approx. 82 cts., the outer edge, feet, tail, and head all set with rose-cut diamonds, mounted in 18K yellow gold.NumberedAccompanied by Gübelin report # 9907066 stating that the star sapphire is of Sri Lankan (Ceylon) origin, with no indications of thermal treatment.