Lot 167
- 167
Enamel and diamond parure, Frascarolo, 1960s
Estimate
4,000 - 7,000 GBP
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Description
- Frascarolo
- Enamel, diamonds, gold
Condition
Bracelet: stamped Modele FC Depose, Made in Italy, 750 and Italian maker's mark to inside of one tiger head. Bangle opens easily, however closes securely with security clasps.
Ring: stamped Modele FC Depose, Made in Italy, 750 and Italian maker's mark to inside of ring shank. Brooch: unsigned. Brooch fitting with tight tension. Closes securely Earrings: unsigned. Clips with tight tension. Diamonds bright and lively. Some areas of loss to enamel, particularly around each nose and jaw, chips and metal areas visible. Rubies mid pinkish red, surface wear and rubbed facet edges. There are areas of discolouration visible, scratches to metal consistent with wear. Total gross weight approximately 198.5 grams. Overall condition good.
"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
Each piece designed as a tiger, comprising: a bangle applied with black, white and red enamel and highlighted with brilliant- and single-cut diamonds, the eyes set with rubies, inner circumference approximately 165mm, a brooch, a pair of ear clips and a ring, size G1/2, each piece signed Frascarolo, two diamonds deficient.