Lot 229
- 229
Important emerald and diamond brooch/pendant
Estimate
285,000 - 475,000 CHF
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Description
- diamond, emerald, gold
Set to the centre with a hexagonal-shaped emerald carved with floral and foliate motifs in the Mughal style, weighing 178.64 carats and measuring approximately 50 x 10 x 40mm, drilled at either side for suspension, probably late 17th/18th century, to a modern frame of foliate design embellished with brilliant-cut and pear-shaped diamonds, pendent loop and pin fittings to reverse.
Condition
Accompanied by SSEF report no. 68172, stating that the emerald is of Colombian origin, with moderate amounts of oil in fissures.
Stamped 750 for 18 carat gold. Maker's mark. Emerald with some surface reaching inclusions, some scratches and nicks. Diamonds estimated to weigh a total of approximately 10.00 - 11.00 carats, on average of G-H colour and VS-SI clarity, as gauged and graded in mounting, including the largest diamond estimated at approximately 1.60 carat. One pin secured with sliding safety catch. Signs of little wear to the metal, scratches consistent with use. 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."