Mixed-metal Gem-set Brooch

Description:

Mixed-metal Gem-set Brooch, depicting two gem-set silver monkeys, one resting upon a gold bar with pearl terminals, the other swinging below, lg. 2 1/4 in.
Estimate $600-800

Stones with some abrasions. Diamond and green stone missing. The gems are probably genuine but small to determine. Overall wear and tarnish, and the bar holding dangling monkey is a likely replacement.


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