Lot 320
- 320
Pair of gold and diamond cufflinks, Fabergé, 1900s
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
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Description
- gold, diamonds
Each composed of a circular link inset with the Imperial Russian double-headed eagle set with rose diamonds, to a reeded baton back link with curb link chain connecting links, indistinct Russian zolotnik mark, maker's marks for A. Tillander.
Provenance
From the collection of the Late Crown Prince Wilhelm of Prussia 1882-1951.
Literature
Cf: Walter Grasser and Franz Hemmerle, "Precious Cufflinks From Pablo Picasso to James Bond", November 2015, for an illustration of the above lot.
Condition
Mounted in gold, reverse of one link with indistinct zolotnik mark possibly for 56, for 14 carat gold. Each link stamped with maker's mark AT for A.Tillander and reverse of both links with inventory number 15 60. Overall good condition with minor abrasions commensurate with age and 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.
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"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."