Lot 14
- 14
Yellow gold, platinum and diamond demi-parure, M. Gérard and a bangle, 1970s
Estimate
15,000 - 25,000 CHF
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Description
The demi parure comprising: a sautoir designed as a series of interlocking annular hammered yellow gold links set with brilliant-cut diamonds, length approximately 925mm, detaches to form three bracelets each measuring 185mm and a shorter necklace measuring 370mm, together with a pair of ear clips en suite, all signed M. Gérard, French assay and maker's marks, the sautoir numbered, one diamond deficient; the hinged bangle of similar inspiration, designed as stylised claws set with single- and brilliant-cut diamonds, attributed to Sterlé, French assay and indistinct maker's marks.
Condition
Stamped 750 for gold and Pt 950 for platinum, French assay and maker's marks, sautoir and ear clips signed M. GERARD, sautoir numbered 862. Diamonds estimated to weigh approximately 23.50 - 25.50 carats in total, generally H-I colour, VS clarity, one diamond deficient on sautoir. Minor tarnish (mainly on bangle and at the back of ear clips) and scratches to gold, commensurate with normal wear. 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."