Lot 296
- 296
Gem set and diamond pendant brooch, Cartier
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
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Description
- diamonds, emeralds, rubies, sapphires, gold
Designed as a dome set with brilliant-cut diamonds and circular-cut emeralds, rubies and sapphires, signed Cartier, indistinctly numbered, case stamped Cartier.
Condition
Accompanied by GCS, report no. 78121-36, stating that the 11 natural sapphires show no indications of heating, origin opinion Myanmar (Burma), the 11 natural rubies show no indications of heating, origin opinion Myanmar (Burma) and that the 17 natural emeralds show indications of minor to moderate clarity enhancement, origin opinion Zimbabwe (Sandawana district).
Reverse signed Cartier, indistinctly numbered. Sapphires deep blue, rubies pinkish red, emeralds mid green, all transparent, with typical inclusions visible under magnification, some surface-reaching, some with small areas of minor chipping and wear to facet edges. Diamonds bright and lively, estimated total diamond weight approximately 1.30 - 1.50 carats. Scratches to metal consistent with wear. Length approximately 44mm including pendant bail. Brooch and pendant fittings in good working order. 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
Accompanied by a gemmological report.