The open-ended shaped cuff of polished gold studded with 121 baguette and tapered baguette diamonds, decorated at the sides with 126 round diamonds, the total diamond weight approximately 21.75 carats, the center interlaced continuously with a black velvet ribbon, weighing 111.2 dwts., signed H.S. for H. Stern, maker's mark.  With signed box.

Diamonds are approximately G-H color and VVS-VS clarity. Some discoloration to the gold in several places, particularly around the collet mountings for the baguettes, but in good condition. The velvet ribbon is slightly frayed and soiled at the back. Some minor scratching and nicking to the gold. 7 1/2 inches interior circumference.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion. Illustrations in the catalogue may not be actual size. Prospective purchasers are reminded that, unless the catalogue description specifically states that a stone is natural, we have assumed that some form of treatment may have been used and that such treatment may not be permanent. Our presale estimates reflect this assumption.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.

The design of this bracelet won the 1996 Diamonds-International Award sponsered by De Beers, presented every two years to honor the innovation in design of exeptional diamond jewelry.

Hans Stern (1922-2007), a German émigré living in Brazil, founded H. Stern in 1945 at the young age of 23.  After falling in love with precious gemstones while working as a typist for a trading company, he starting a small gemstone trading office in Rio de Janeiro, and quickly expanded into jewelry manufacturing and gemstone cutting.  By 1964, the company was known for creating and promoting international interest in colored gemstones, and Hans Stern was named "the king of colored stones" by Time magazine.  With an interest in fashion, H. Stern organized the first jewelry fashion show in Brazil and in the same year was the only Latin American brand to participate in the London-based Victoria and Albert Museums' Modern Jewellery Exhibition.  Nothing however, brought as much prestige and visibility to H. Stern as the 1980s launch of the Catherine Deneuve collection, inspired by the unforgettable muse of Bunuel's 'Belle du Jour', which was the catalyst for its next decade of designer jewelry.  Since then, they have won several design awards and have become the jeweler of choice for Hollywood's red carpet glamour.  H. Stern's creations have frequented the famous fashion editorials of Vogue, Elle, Harper's Bazaar, W and Marie Claire to name a few and is currently the largest jeweler in Brazil and Latin America and one of the most recognized jewelry brands in the world.  Today the sons of Hans Stern, Roberto and Ronaldo Stern, continue the tradition of innovative design and love for precious gemstones.