78 - HERMES Paris, 1960s–1970s

HERMES Paris, 1960s–1970s “Fleur” lapel clip brooch in chiseled 750‰ yellow gold and amati, with a textured stem and petals, and a pistil formed of star motifs. Pins in 750‰ white gold. Signed “HERMES PARIS” and numbered “50849.” Made in France; diamond-shaped hallmark of the Edouard RICHARDS workshop. Dimensions: 5.6 x 3.3 cm. Gross weight: 19 g. (Small crack on one petal; slight distortions and oxidation). Active since the mid-1950s, the Edouard RICHARDS workshop has worked for numerous jewelry houses, including Boucheron, Chaumet, Fred, Hermès, and Piaget. His work is distinguished by his preference for yellow gold and its textures, often enhanced with colored gemstones and decorative stones (malachite, lapis lazuli, coral, etc.). Floral, foliage, and animal motifs play a prominent role in his designs.