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Rock crystal, sapphire and diamond sautoir, M. Gérard
Estimate
62,000 - 105,000 CHF
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Description
- M. Gérard
- Rock crystal, diamonds, sapphire, gold
Designed as a line of carved rock crystal rings alternating with gold links set with brilliant-cut diamonds, supporting a detachable pendant of floral design composed of fluted rock crystal set with a cushion-shaped sapphire and brilliant-cut diamonds, length approximately 765mm, separates into four bracelets, length approximately 195mm, pendant detachable and may be worn as a brooch, each piece signed M. Gérard, numbered, French assay and maker's marks.
Condition
Accompanied by LFG report no. 203611, dated 26 November 2012, stating that the oval sapphire weighing 14.54 carats, measuring 15.98 x 13.74 x 6.83mm, is of Ceylon origin, with no indication of thermal enhancement.
Please note that the certificate is dated 2012 and might require an update.
Each piece signed M. Gerard, each bracelet numbered 1054, pendant numbered 1094. Maker's marks for Vassort, 34 Rue Saint-Etienne, 75001 Paris. French assay marks for gold and platinum, stamped 750 for 18 carat gold and OR for gold. Sapphire blue of medium strong saturation, with typical inclusions, small abrasions. For more information on the sapphire, please refer to the gemmological report. Rock crystal in overall good condition, with small scratches and minor nicks, one link with cracks. Diamonds estimated to weigh a total of approximately 19.00 - 21.00 carats, on average G-H colour, VS-SI clarity, as gauged and graded in the mount. Signs of wear to the metal consistent with use. In very good condition. Total gross weight approximately 222 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.
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."