Unusual Platinum and Diamond Brooch Depicting a Short Sunderland Aircraft

Description:

Unusual Platinum and Diamond Brooch Depicting a Short Sunderland Aircraft, c. 1940, set with single-cut diamonds, lg. 1 3/4 in.

Note: The Short S.25 Sunderland was a British flying boat patrol bomber, produced by the Short Brothers for the Royal Air Force. The Sunderland was one of the most powerful and widely used flying boats throughout the Second World War.
Estimate $5,000-7,000

Some minor discoloration to metal. Tail fin slightly bent. Diamonds bright and lively.


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