Lot 389
- 389
18 Karat Gold, Platinum, Emerald, Sapphire and Diamond Bracelet and Brooch, Bulgari
Estimate
25,000 - 35,000 USD
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Description
- Bulgari
- gold, platinum, emerald, sapphire, diamond
The bracelet composed of floral links, set with emerald cabochons and round sapphires, further set with round diamonds weighing approximately 9.40 carats, length 7¼ inches; together with a brooch of similar design, set with emerald cabochons, accented by oval-shaped sapphires, further set with round diamonds weighing approximately 3.75 carats, with French assay marks; circa 1960.
Condition
BRACELET: In good condition, exceptionally flexible. The emeralds are a medium to medium-light green and moderately included. The sapphires are medium-deep blue and are slightly included. Diamonds are approximately G-H color and VS-SI clarity. Fitted with a safety closure. BROOCH: In good condition. The emeralds are a medium green color and are moderately included, several of those minor to moderate inclusions and cavities reaching the surface. The sapphires are a medium-deep blue and are slightly to moderately included. Diamonds are approximately F-H color and VVS-VS clarity. Dimensions approximately 2 by 1 5/8 inches.
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
Brooches of similar design are illustrated in:
Bulgari: 125 Years of Italian Magnificence, Grand Palais, by Amanda Triossi, pages 124-125.
Bulgari, by Daniela Mascetti and Amanda Triossi, pages 94-95.
A brooch and earclip set of similar design were sold as part of the Estate of Brooke Astor by Sotheby's New York, September 2012, lot 879.