Lot 45
  • 45

Fancy colored diamond and diamond butterfly brooch

Estimate
30,000 - 40,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

The body and openwork wings collet-set with 7 round diamonds of various fancy colors weighing a total of approximately 6.30 carats, further set with a pear-shaped diamond weighing approximately 1.75 carats, completed by 85 round diamonds weighing approximately 3.20 carats, mounted in gold and silver.

Condition

See 3 GIA reports that state the diamonds are natural color. Report 16265372 states the .40 ct. round brilliant diamond is Fancy Deep Brownish Orangy Yellow color. Report 16265364 states the .39 ct. round diamond is Fancy Brownish Purplish Pink color. Report 16265330 states the .65 ct. round diamond is Fancy Deep Brownish Yellow color. The remainder of the diamonds range in color from approximately light yellow to medium brownish, yellowish and greenish shades. Also set with near colorless diamonds approximately H-J color and VS-I clarity. In 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. 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

Accompanied by GIA reports.