Skip to content

Mario Buccellati Emerald Leaf Brooch

$28,500
Created in the 1970s, this Mario Buccellati emerald and diamond leaf brooch is set in 18K gold and platinum. It is designed as a curling and rippling naturalistic leaf of cabochon emeralds with serrated and textured gold edge and a platinum and single-cut diamond stem. This unusual Buccellati jewel is distinguished by its rich green color and expert hand craftsmanship.

Add to Wishlist

  • Product Details
  • Curator's Notes

Item #: BO-21533
Artist: Buccellati
Country: Italy
Circa: 1970s
Dimensions: 1.75" length, 2.25" width.
Materials: 42 cabochon emeralds (approximate total weight 9.4 carats); 50 single-cut diamonds (approximate total weight 0.70 carat); 18K Gold
Signed: M. BVCCELLATI, Italian Control Marks

Well known for their tri-color 18K gold gold blossoms and thistles, naturalism at Buccellati also takes the form of colorful, gem-set leaves and flowers. These jewels are among their more unusual yet beloved forms, often hard to find.
X