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Emerald and diamond bracelet, Van Cleef & Arpels, circa 1922
Estimate
80,000 - 140,000 CHF
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Description
- Van Cleef & Arpels
Composed of eight graduated step-cut emeralds, set within a geometric border of circular-, single-, step-cut and baguette diamonds, mounted in platinum, length approximately 180mm, signed Van Cleef & Arpels Paris and indistinctly numbered, French assay and maker's marks, case.
Literature
Cf: Catalogue for the exhibition at the Palais Galliera, Van Cleef & Arpels, Paris 1992, page 137, plate 30 for an illustration of this very bracelet.
Condition
Signed Van Cleef & Arpels Paris and indistinctly numbered. French assay marks for platinum. Total diamond weight approximately 18.00-20.00 carats, as gauged in the mount, overall G-I colour, VS-I clarity, bright and lively stones. The step-cut diamonds for the most part J-K colour. Emeralds gauged to weigh approximately 0.90, 1.05, 2. 40, 2.60, 2.15, 0.85 and 0.97 carats (from left to right, the right side beeing the one with the two tongs). Overall well matched in colour, typical crystal inclusions, a few stones with some minor nicks around facet edges. Clasp secure. Minor scratches to metal commensurate with age and wear. Well preserved, 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."