Comprising: a brooch set with step-cut sapphires and baguette and brilliant-cut diamonds, signed Mauboussin, numbered, French assay and maker's marks; and a brooch of foliate design set with single-, circular-cut and baguette diamonds, French assay marks.

Mauboussin brooch: French assay mark for 18 carat gold. Maker's mark, signed Mauboussin. Numbered 16119. Sapphires dark blue, transparent, well matched, typical inclusions visible under magnification, very slight scratches consistent with wear. Estimated total diamond weight approximately 5.00-8.00 carats, estimated colour G-I, estimated clarity VVS-VS on average. Diamond brooch: French assay marks for 18 carat gold. Estimated total diamond weight approximately 5.00-7.00 carats, estimated colour H-J, estimated clarity VS-SI on average. Both with secure clasps. Both with scratches to metal consistent with 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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