Lot 147
- 147
Collection of seed pearl and diamond jewels
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 CHF
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Description
Comprising: two brooches set with rose-cut diamonds and seed pearls, a bracelet set with circular- and rose-cut diamonds, length approximately 180mm, French assay marks, fitted case, circa 1880; and a pair of pendent ear clips of geometric inspiration millegrain set with rose- and circular-cut diamonds, fitted case, circa 1910.
Condition
Brooches: the square one stamped with French assay mark for gold on the pin. Seed pearls creamy white to white colour, minor blemishes, good lustre. Diamonds bright and lively. Some tarnish and scratches to the metal commensurate with age and wear. In good condition.
Bracelet: mounted in silver and gold, stamped with French assay mark for gold and numbered 5806. Diamonds bright and lively. Minor scratches to the metal. Secure clasp with safety chain. Fitted case stamped A. Haigneaux, Fabricant Joailler, rue de Turbigo, 78, Paris. Well preserved, in good condition.
Ear clips: metal tested as platinum. The two largest circular-cut diamonds estimated to weigh approximately 0.70 carat each, H-I colour, I clarity. Signs of normal wear to the 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."