Intricate 'Moretto' brooch with carved chalcedony head and yellow gold openwork body and headpiece, enhanced with millegrain-set circular-cut rubies Nardi, circa 1950s.
House/Maker
Nardi
Period
c1950's
Origin
Venice, Italy
Gemstones
Chalcedony 14.92cts approx
Circular-cut rubies 3.32cts approx
Setting
18ct yellow gold with engraving to the headpiece and reverse
Gold open-work body in a floral design
Double prong brooch fitting to reverse
Signed S. Nardi and stamped .750.
Dimensions
From top of head-piece to bottom of bust 48mm x 38mm x 18mm
Directors Notes
Nardi have always specialised in producing what they call 'Moretto' brooches. These are said to represent the historic emblem of Venice. All these Nardi brooches are unique, their jackets and turbans always intricately decorated with carved gold and gemstones.
Our Ref
BRO116408AV
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