Lot 260
- 260
Pair of 18 Karat Gold and Colored Stone Bracelets, Boucheron, France
Estimate
35,000 - 45,000 USD
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Description
- Boucheron
- gold, colored stone
The two curb link bracelets decorated with scrollwork flourishes, accented by round sapphires, emeralds and rubies, gross weight approximately 203 dwts, length 7½ inches each, both signed Boucheron, one bracelet numbered 21, the other bracelet numbered 22, with French assay and maker's marks; circa 1950.
Condition
In good condition. The bracelet links display minor scratches and nicks consistent with normal wear and use and is not visible when worn. The slightly included rubies display a medium light to medium dark slightly purplish red hue, some with light abrading to the facet junctions and minor chipping to the girdle. The slightly included emeralds display a medium light to medium slightly bluish green predominantly with minor abraiding to the facet junctions; one emerald displaying a large chip to the table facets, many with minor examples of minor chipping to the girdle. The slightly included, medium blue sapphires display chipping and abrading to the facet junctions. Bracelets can be connected and worn as a necklace; necklace would fit a slender neck most comfortably.
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.