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Pair of peridot and diamond cufflinks, late 19th century
Estimate
500 - 700 GBP
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Description
- gold, silver, peridot, diamond
Each set with a lozenge-shaped and an elongated hexagonal peridot, highlighted with rose diamonds.
Condition
Incised number 36353. Lozenge-shaped peridots measuring approximately 8.70 x 6.40mm and 9.10 x 6.50mm, depth not possible to measure due to mount. Mixed-cut peridots measuring approximately 10.5 x 3.5 x 3.0mm and 10.4 x 3.5 x 3.1mm. Mid-green with good transparency, with typical inclusions visible under magnification. There are numerous chips, some visible to the naked eye, facet edges are rubbed, surface scratches to stones consistent with wear. Diamonds are bright and lively. Metal with signs of wear, scratching throughout and small dents, some discoloration. Overall condition commensurate with age.
"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."