Lot 177
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Ruby, enamel and diamond bracelet, 'Ludo Briquettes', Van Cleef & Arpels, 1940s
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 GBP
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Description
- Van Cleef & Arpels
- gold, ruby, diamond, enamel
Of giardinetto design, the articulated band of brick linking decorated with a clasp of floral design set with cabochon rubies, circular-cut and cushion-shaped diamonds, the buckle composed of a line of circular-cut diamonds, within a border of black enamel, adjustable length from approximately 140 to 200mm, signed Van Cleef & Arpels, numbered, French assay and maker's marks.
Condition
French assay mark for 18 carat gold. Signed Van Cleef & Arpels. Numbered 44205. Maker's mark. Rubies of purplish red, typical inclusions visible to the naked eye, transparent, surface reaching inclusions visible and large chip to one, with abrasions and chips visible to all three. Estimated total diamond weight approximately 5.00-7.00 carats, estimated colour H-J, estimated clarity VS-SI, some I-included clarity. Enamel damaged due to wear, with areas missing and highly abraded. Well articulated bracelet. Secure clasp. Scratches to metal consistent with wear. Gross weight 94 grams. In 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. 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."
"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."