Lot 1770
- 1770
Gem-Set and Diamond 'Bird' Brooches; and Chalcedony and Diamond 'Dragonfly' Pendant, Cartier
Estimate
80,000 - 100,000 HKD
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Description
- diamond, onyx, chalcedony, amethyst, gold
The first brooch centring on a cabochon amethyst, pavé-set with circular-cut diamonds, mounted in 18 karat white gold; the second brooch set with carved chalcedony, accented by diamond-set eyes, mounted in 18 karat yellow gold; and a pendant suspending a blue chalcedony drop, to a dragonfly motif set with circular-cut diamonds, mounted in 18 karat white gold; signed and numbered 56100B, B2845 and 06017C respectively. (3)
Condition
Colour and Clarity: In our opinion, the green chalcedony on the lovebird brooch is of translucent medium green colour, and blue chalcedony of translucent medium blue colour, diamonds are about G-H colours, VS clarity, signed Cartier 1991, and numbered, with maker's marks. Amethyst, on another brooch, is of translucent, medium purple colour, generally clean with a few minor surface nicks. The onyx intact and in good condition. Blue chalcedony on the pendant is translucent, of medium violetish blue colour. Diamonds, overall, are about E-F colours, VVS-VS clarity.
Condition: In very good condition, some minor scratches and tarnishing to the yellow gold brooch commensurating with use, which can be easily cleaned or polished. Pendant is signed and numbered, in very 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. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. 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. Illustrations in the catalogue may not be actual size. Prospective purchasers are reminded that, unless the catalogue description specifically states that a stone is natural, we have assumed that some form of treatment may have been used and that such treatment may not be permanent. Our presale estimates reflect this assumption.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. 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. Illustrations in the catalogue may not be actual size. Prospective purchasers are reminded that, unless the catalogue description specifically states that a stone is natural, we have assumed that some form of treatment may have been used and that such treatment may not be permanent. Our presale estimates reflect this assumption.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
Catalogue Note
Accompanied by a Cartier certificate and two signed boxes.