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Collection of gem-set ear clips, Seaman Schepps
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 CHF
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Description
- Seaman Schepps
Comprising: a pair of cushion-cage design, set with rock crystal and yellow gold; another pair of ribbed design, set with carved wood and yellow gold details; the third pair of bubble design, set with cabochon and faceted emeralds, rock crystal and cultured pearls, all signed Seaman Schepps and numbered, maker's marks.
Literature
For similar examples of 'Bubble' and 'Cage' ear clips see: Seaman Schepps, A Century of New York Jewelry Design, Amanda Vaill and Janet Zapata, The Vendôme Press, 2004, p. 179, 189 and 194-195.
Condition
All stamped 750 for gold and with scratched inventory number 5677, 4515 and 6827. Some small minor nicks to rock crystal. Minor scratches and tarnish to wood. Emeralds light colour saturation, yellowish green hue, typical crystal inclusions reaching surface. Traces of glue around rock crystal and cultured pearls. All showing signs of normal wear, minor scratches and tarnish to metal. In good condition.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Please note that colour, clarity and weight of gemstones are statements of opinion only and not statements of fact by Sotheby's. We do not guarantee, and are not responsible for any certificate from a gemological laboratory that may accompany the property. We do not guarantee that watches are in working order. 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue, in particular to the Notice regarding the treatment and condition of gemstones and to the Notice regarding import of Burmese jadeite and rubies into the US.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Please note that colour, clarity and weight of gemstones are statements of opinion only and not statements of fact by Sotheby's. We do not guarantee, and are not responsible for any certificate from a gemological laboratory that may accompany the property. We do not guarantee that watches are in working order. 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue, in particular to the Notice regarding the treatment and condition of gemstones and to the Notice regarding import of Burmese jadeite and rubies into the US.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."