Lot 656
  • 656

Diamond brooch and a tsavorite, peridot and diamond brooch, Michele della Valle

Estimate
45,000 - 65,000 CHF
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Description

  • Michele della Valle
  • Diamond, tsavorite, peridot, gold
Each designed as a palm tree, one set with brilliant-cut, baguette and tapered baguette diamonds; the other set with circular-cut tsavorite garnets, step-cut peridots, baguette and tapered baguette diamonds, each signed Michele della Valle, numbered, maker's mark for Michele della Valle.

Condition

Each signed Michele della Valle, numbered 11710 and 11711, maker's mark for Michele della Valle, stamped 750 for 18 carat gold. Tsavorite garnets well matched in colour, green, with typical inclusions visible under close inspection. Diamonds estimated to weigh a total of 25.00 - 35.00 carats, on average G-H colour, VS-SI clarity, as gauged and graded in the mount. Scratches to metal consistent with light use. In very good condition. Total gross weight 97 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."