Lot 112
- 112
Pair of Palladium, Ruby and Diamond Brooches, Tiffany & Co., Circa 1940
Estimate
18,000 - 22,000 USD
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Description
- Tiffany & Co.
- palladium, ruby, diamond
The stylized motifs set with numerous round and baguette diamonds weighing approximately 3.45 carats, framed by 14 pear-shaped rubies, signed Tiffany & Co., Palladium; with carriage to be worn as a single brooch.
Condition
In very good condition. The rubies are a lively medium-deep slightly purplish red, lightly to moderately included with a few examples bearing small cavities seen under magnification. The diamonds are approximately F-G color, VVS-VS clarity. Signed on applied plaques on the reverse of both clips. Pin stem stamped 14K. Comprised of a white gold undercarriage supporting the two brooches. Brooches with pinstems, not clips as one usually finds with this style.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. 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. Illustrations in the catalogue may not be actual size. Prospective purchasers are reminded that, unless the catalogue description specifically states that a stone is natural, we have assumed that some form of treatment may have been used and that such treatment may not be permanent. Our presale estimates reflect this assumption.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. 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. Illustrations in the catalogue may not be actual size. Prospective purchasers are reminded that, unless the catalogue description specifically states that a stone is natural, we have assumed that some form of treatment may have been used and that such treatment may not be permanent. Our presale estimates reflect this assumption.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.