Lot 162
- 162
Gem set and pearl brooch, Nardi
Estimate
4,000 - 7,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Nardi
- gold, sapphire, ruby, diamond, emerald, pearl
Designed as a flower, set with a pearl, brilliant-cut diamonds, circular-cut sapphires, rubies and emeralds, signed G. Nardi.
Condition
Signed G Nardi and inscribed 750 for 18 carat gold to reverse. Pearl approximately 15.2mm diameter, length approximately 18mm (difficult to discern depth within limitations of the mount, white body colour, with rose and green overtones. Slight banding and very minor imperfections to nacre surface. Rubies deep purplish-red, emeralds light green, sapphires mid blue, all transparent, with typical inclusions visible to the naked eye, some surface-reaching, some areas of minor chipping to facet edges. Diamonds bright and lively, estimated to be approximately 4.00 - 5.00 carats, estimated to be VS clarity on average. Scratches to surfaces consistent with wear. Measuring approximately 75 x 88mm. 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.