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The Putilov Brooch and the Record-Breaking Natural Saltwater Pearl
The world of gemology and fine jewelry auctions rarely witnesses specimens of such extraordinary caliber. On December 7, 2014, Rago Auctions presented the magnificent Putilov Pearl Brooch. At its center rests the largest known near-round natural saltwater pearl in the world, which achieved a historic sale price of $813,750. Explore the captivating heritage of this legendary gem.
Exceptional Specifications – The GIA Identification Report
According to Pearl Identification Report #2165503254 from the Gemological Institute of America (GIA), the Putilov pearl is an untreated natural saltwater pearl originating from a Pinctada oyster species. It boasts mammoth dimensions of 19.08 x 18.88 x 16.50 mm, featuring a white bodycolor with a subtle orient overtone and no signs of color enhancement or treatment.
The pearl is fully drilled with nacreous plugs, suggesting it was once worn as the centerpiece of a historic necklace.
A Masterpiece of Jewelry Craftsmanship
The gem is set in a 19th-century oval brooch measuring approximately 2" x 1 5/8". The exquisite frame is adorned with 16 old mine-cut diamonds totaling approximately 28 carats, accented by numerous smaller rose-cut diamonds set in silver-topped gold. Weighing over 30 grams, the brooch features a versatile, removable pin attachment.
A Dramatic Escape from Revolutionary Russia
The brooch bears the name of its prominent historic owner, Alexei Putilov – a powerful Russian financier and industrialist. In the spring of 1918, amid the turmoil of the Russian Revolution, Putilov fled Russia for Paris, carrying the brooch as financial security. Decades later, his great-grandchild consigned the heirloom to auction.
The Previous Record Holder
Prior to the Putilov auction, the title for the largest near-round natural saltwater pearl belonged to a gem sold at Woolley & Wallis on May 1, 2014, for £811,000 ($1.36 million). Measuring 17.44 x 16.51 mm, it was approximately 8% smaller in surface area than the Putilov marvel.
The Enduring Value of Fine Pearls
The story of the Putilov Pearl highlights the extraordinary esteem held for natural saltwater pearls among collectors worldwide.
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Source: biznes.interia.pl
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