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Sapphire and diamond pendant/brooch, David Webb
Estimate
58,000 - 88,000 CHF
bidding is closed
Description
- David Webb
- Gold, sapphires, diamonds
Designed as a pansy, set with a step-cut sapphire weighing 6.41 carats, within a surround of brilliant-cut diamonds, the petals set with tapered baguette and brilliant-cut diamonds, oval and circular-cut sapphires, signed David Webb, numbered, pendant hoop and brooch fitting.
Condition
Accompanied by AGL report no. CS 60030, dated 28 March 2014, stating that the sapphire weighing 6.41 carats and measuring 12.41 x 10.52 x 4.69mm, is of Burmese origin, with no gemmological evidence of heat.
Signed David Webb, numbered EP39, stamped 18K and 900PT for 18 carat gold and platinum. Central sapphire blue of medium saturation, with very good transparency, some typical inclusions, some surface reaching; for further details on the stone, please refer to the gemmological report. Remaining sapphires well matched in colour, blue of medium to medium strong saturation, with typical inclusions, some surface reaching, abrasions and nicks, estimated to weigh a total of approximately 20.00 - 25.00 carats, as gauged in the mounting. Diamonds bright and lively, estimated to weigh a total of approximately 8.00 - 10.00 carats, as gauged in the mount. Little signs of wear to the metal. In very good condition. Gross weight approximately 85 grams.
"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."