COLLECTION OF JEWELLERY, LATE 19TH CENTURY

Comprising: two brooches; one designed as a bar embellished with a fleur-de-lys motif set with rose-cut diamonds, a cushion-shaped emerald and three pearls; the other centring on an oval reverse crystal intaglio depicting a mallard duck; together with a pair of pendent earrings set with circular-cut paste, fitted case.

Fleur-de-lys brooch: Emerald a vibrant green with moderately strong saturation of colour, typical inclusions visible to the naked eye, surface reaching fractures, one cavity to the left and a chip to the right hand side. The pearls slightly drop-shaped, well matched, with rosé overtones and medium lustre. Please note one pearl is drilled right through. Diamonds bright. Fitted case embossed with the initials 'B.H.M 24.11.31', a few scratches to the leather exterior, some marking and slight discolouration to velvet and silk interior. Reverse intaglio brooch: Stamped 18 for 18 carat gold. Very fine painting in good condition, mother-of-pearl backing. Polishing lines to the rock crystal face and light scratches only visible with magnification. Inscribed to the reverse 'B.H.M 24.11.31 From her Godfather J.A.' Traces of gold solder and tarnish to reverse where pin was affixed. Earrings: set throughout with circular-cut paste, well articulated. Collection in very 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 and to the Notice regarding import of Burmese jadeite and rubies into the US.
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."

Pearls untested.