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Platinum, Diamond and Emerald Brooch-Watch, Circa 1930
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description
- platinum, diamodn, emerald
The vase-form watch case flanked by columns with floral accents, set throughout with numerous trapeze, triangle, baguette and single-cut diamonds weighing approximately 12.30 carats, accented by numerous variously-cut emeralds, the vase topped by a gray pearl, numbered 4268; the vase folds out to reveal a watch, the dial with Arabic numerals, manual movement.
Condition
In good condition. The diamonds are approximately G-I color, VS-SI clarity. The emeralds are medium bluish green, well-matched for color, and lightly included. The diamonds are approximately H-J color, VS-SI clarity. The pearl has a silvery body color with soft rose and green overtones and very good luster. The pearl has not been tested for natural origin. Watch is currently running. Movement is unsigned but with maker's mark of a shield with indistinct symbols with Gèneve at the base. Numbered 4268. Well made, with nice metalwork. Please see the Important Notice Regarding Condition of Watches on page 280 of the printed catalogue.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. 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. Illustrations in the catalogue may not be actual size. Prospective purchasers are reminded that, unless the catalogue description specifically states that a stone is natural, we have assumed that some form of treatment may have been used and that such treatment may not be permanent. Our presale estimates reflect this assumption.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. 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. Illustrations in the catalogue may not be actual size. Prospective purchasers are reminded that, unless the catalogue description specifically states that a stone is natural, we have assumed that some form of treatment may have been used and that such treatment may not be permanent. Our presale estimates reflect this assumption.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
Catalogue Note
Please note the pearl has not been tested for natural origin.