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Lot 65
  • 65

Pair of ruby and diamond clips, Boucheron and a ruby and diamond suite, 1940s

Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 CHF
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Description

  • bracelet circumference approximately 160mm, ring size 45.
Comprising: a pair of clips, each designed as a stylised scroll, the line of calibrated rubies embellished by single-cut diamond borders, signed Boucheron Paris, French assay marks; and a bracelet, a pair of ear clips and a ring of similar inspiration, all mounted in yellow gold and platinum,

Condition

Pair of clips signed Boucheron Paris, numbered 1 and 2. The earclips no assay or maker's marks, with strong clips. The bracelet with French assay marks and partly erased French maker's mark, with two safety catches to the clasp. The ring without assay or maker's marks, with evidence of sizing in the past, indentations and scratches consistent with wear on the small finger. Overall well preserved, normal signs of abrasion to the rubies and scratches to the metal due to wear, not visible when worn.
"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."

Catalogue Note

For similar examples of this suite, please see Gilles Neret, Boucheron Histoire d'une Dynastie de Joailliers,Edition Pont Royal 1988, page 135.