Lot 1760
- 1760
Turquoise, Amethyst and Citrine 'Turtle' Brooch, Cartier
Estimate
120,000 - 140,000 HKD
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Description
- Turquoise, Amethyst, Yellow Sapphire, Gold
Designed as a turtle, the shell and eyes set with cabochon turquoise, to the amethyst head and tail, further embellished by oval citrine feet, mounted in 18 karat yellow gold, circa 1950, signed and numbered 117398.
Condition
Colour and Clarity: In our opinion, the amethysts together weighing approximately 15.50 carats, are of medium-strong purple colour with colour-zoning, and especially obvious on the turtle head; the citrines together weighing approximately 8.50 carats, are of light orangy yellow colour with colour-zoning, but not obvious when worn; the turquoise cabochon on the shell is pastel blue colour with brown boulders; and the turquoise on the eyes are light blue colour. Under the 10x loupe inspection, the amethyst head with moderate fingerprint and tiny crystal inclusions. The smaller amethyst and citrines with very minor inclusions. Signed and numbered.
Condition: Karat yellow gold mount, shows signs of normal wear and minor discolouration on gold. Overall condition is good.
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.