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Diamond aigrette/brooch, early 19th century
Estimate
9,500 - 12,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- diamond, gold, silver
Designed as a posy of flowers, grasses and a single peacock feather tied by a ribbon, mounted en tremblant and set throughout with cushion-shaped diamonds and one pear-shaped diamond, brooch fitting detachable.
Condition
Diamonds in open-backed settings. Pear-shaped diamond measuring 9.1 x 5.8 x 3.6mm, calculated to weigh approximately 1.20 carats, estimated to be G-H colour, SI clarity. Remaining diamonds bright and lively, majority estimated to be H-I colour, SI clarity on average, as graded within the limitations of the mount. Estimated remaining total diamond weight approximately 10.00 - 12.00 carats. Tremblant settings in good condition. Central section of grasses swivels slightly. Brooch fitting secure, detaches via a screw fitting to reveal holster for feather. Evidence of solder repair to piece of metal attaching peacock feather to rear frame. Light discoloration to areas of metal surfaces throughout. Possibly previously rhodium-plated. Scratches to metal surfaces consistent with age and wear. In good condition. Overall dimensions approximately 89 x 80mm.
"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."