Lot 316
- 316
Gem set and diamond brooch, first half of the 20th Century
Estimate
4,500 - 6,500 GBP
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Description
- ruby, diamond, sapphire, emerald, pearl
Designed as a butterfly, set with circular-cut and oval rubies, emeralds, sapphires and diamonds, set to the centre with a pearl.
Condition
Please note that the pearl has not been tested for natural origin.
Mounted in gold and silver. Pearl of uneven button shape, grey overtones, uneven nacre, medium lustre. Emeralds of medium green, rubies of purplish red, sapphires dark blue; transparent, typical inclusions visible under magnification, light abrasions and small chips consistent with age and wear. Estimated total diamond weight approximately 2.00-3.50 carats, mixed colours and clarities, diamonds bright and lively. Secure clip. Scratches to metal consistent with wear. 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.
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.
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."
Catalogue Note
Please note that the pearl has not been tested for natural origin.