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Natural pearl and diamond brooch, Chaumet, late 19th century
Estimate
11,000 - 17,000 CHF
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Description
- Chaumet
- gold, natural pearls and diamonds
Designed as a holly branch, set with cushion-shaped, circular-, single-cut, rose diamonds, and three button shaped natural pearls measuring approximately 9.31 x 9.51 x 9.71mm, 9.01 x 9.28 x 8.79mm, and 9.12 x 9.13 x 8.48mm, French assay mark and maker's mark for Chaumet.
Condition
Accompanied by SSEF report no. 81032, stating that the three pearls measuring 9.31 x 9.51 x 9.71 mm, 9.01 x 9.28 x 8.79 mm, and 9.12 x 9.13 x 8.48 mm, were found to be natural, saltwater.
French maker's mark for Chaumet. French assay mark for 18 carat gold and silver. Pearls of slightly cream body colour, with rosé and green overtones, good skin and lustre, a few minor blemishes; for further details on the pearls, please refer to the SSEF report. Diamonds estimated to weigh a total of approximately 7.00 - 8.00 carats, on average H-J colour, SI clarity, as gauged and graded in the mounting. Signs of normal wear to the metal. In very good condition. Gross weight approximately 42 grams.
"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."