Grand Duchess Maria Georgievna: An Imperial Diamond-Set Platinum Bar Brooch. French, and with French patent and ...

Description

Grand Duchess Maria Georgievna: An Imperial Diamond-Set Platinum Bar Brooch
French, and with French patent and control marks, circa 1910
3 x 0-1/4 inches (7.6 x 0.6 cm)
10 grams

PROVENANCE:
Grand Duchess Maria Georgievna;
Princess Nina Georgievna of Russia;
Prince David Chavchavadze;
Acquired by the current owner.


This unusual diamond bar brooch is distinguished by a patented sophisticated flexible mechanism, which, when the outer ends are pressed, arches the diamond band so that a cut flower may be inserted for wear.


Estimate: $5,000 - $7,000.

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