Lot 131
- 131
Collection of sapphire and diamond jewels, 1940s
Estimate
28,000 - 48,000 CHF
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Description
- sapphire, diamond, gold
Comprising: a ring, a bracelet, and a brooch, each set with variously-cut sapphires and diamonds, ring size 50, bracelet length approximately 175mm, brooch with French assay and partial maker's marks, fitted case; and a pair of ear clips of scroll design set with variously cut diamonds.
Condition
Ring: Sapphire measuring approximately 11.30 x 11.20 x 6.50 mm (as gauged in mounting), calculated to weigh approximately 7.50 carats, blue of strong saturation, good transparency, with few typical crystal inclusions visible under 10x magnification. Diamonds bright and lively.
Bracelet: Central sapphire measuring approximately 8.00 x 12.40 x 5.70 mm, calculated to weigh approximately 4.30 carats; sapphires well matched in colour, strongly saturated, of medium to medium-dark tone, with few typical crystal inclusions. Diamonds estimated to weigh a total of approximately 3.00 carats, G-I colour, VS-SI clarity, as gauged and graded in the mounting. Clasp secure, safety catch to the side.
Brooch: Partial French maker's mark. Stamped with French assay mark for 18 carat gold. Sapphires well match in colour. Diamonds estimated to weigh a total of approximately 11.00 - 13.00 carats, G-I colour, VS-SI clarity, as gauged and graded in the mounting.
Ear clips: Diamonds estimated to weigh a total of approximately 3.50 - 4.50 carats, bright and lively. Some signs of tarnish and wear to the reverse.
Metal of all items with signs of wear consistent with use. In good condition. Total gross weight of collection 64 grams (ring approximately 6 grams, bracelet approximately 25 grams, brooch approximately 22 grams and ear clips approximately 11 grams).
A fitted case for the ring, bracelet, and brooch with some signs of wear.
"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."