Lot 1006
- 1006
Emerald, ruby and diamond bracelet, Michele della Valle
Estimate
8,500 - 12,500 CHF
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Description
- Michele della Valle
- Emerald, rubies, diamond, gold
Of snake design, the body pavé-set with cabochon rubies within a frame of brilliant-cut diamonds, the head set with a drop shaped carved emerald, supporting a drop set with a carved ruby bead capped with brilliant-cut diamonds, inner circumference approximately 135mm, signed MdV, Italian assay and maker's marks, pouch stamped Michele della Valle.
Condition
Signed MdV, Italian maker's mark. Italian assay mark for 18 carat gold, mounted in white gold. Emerald stated to weigh 93.27 carats, green of medium strong saturation, with typical inclusions, some surface reaching, small scratches. Rubies well matched in colour, pinkish red to purplish red of medium strong saturation, some with typical surface reaching inclusions, small scratches and nicks. Diamonds estimated to weigh a total of approximately 6.00 - 7.00 carats, on average G-H colour, VS-SI clarity, as gauged and graded in the mount. Signs of wear to the metal consistent with light use. Clasp secure, safety catch. In very good condition. Gross weight approximately 88 grams. Pouch stamped Michele della Valle.
"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."