Group of gold, colored stone and diamond bangle-bracelets, circa 1880-1900

Comprising six bangles of hinged design and oval form, five set with round and cushion-shaped sapphires as well as with numerous round, old European-cut and old-mine diamonds weighing a total of approximately 4.70 carats, and one set with round emeralds within borders of small old European-cut diamonds. Two bangles unillustrated.

Scratching on all of the bracelets, and slight denting to a few, usual for the age. The rose- and old European-cut diamonds are approximately G-L color and VS- I clarity. Some tarnishing to the two smallest sapphire bracelets. All 6 bracelets are fitted with safety chains. The colored stones are bright and most are abraded, due to regular wear. The interior circumferences range from 6 3/8 to 6 5/8 inches. In fair to good condition overall.
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.
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