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RUBY AND DIAMOND BROOCH, 'HONEY COMB HEART', SALVADOR DALÍ, CIRCA 1953
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 GBP
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Description
- Salvador Dalí
- gold, ruby, diamond
Designed as an asymmetrical heart, the borders set with cabochon rubies, the openwork center of honeycomb design highlighted with circular-cut diamonds, signed Dalì, pendant fittings.
Condition
Accompanied by CISGEM, report no. 8694, stating that five rubies are natural, one is synthetic, the natural rubies shows no indication of heating, origin opinion Myanmar (formerly Burma). Signed Dalì to the front. Rubies mid red, transparent, typical inclusions visible under magnification, there are minor fractures, surface scratches and small chips to stone surfaces. Diamonds bright and lively, some of brownish tint, some with chips, estimated clarity I. Light surface scratches to metal. Play to brooch fitting. Total gross weight 53.4 grams. Overall condition good.
"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."
Catalogue Note
Accompanied by a gemmological report.