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Lot 140
  • 140

GARNET AND CORAL BROOCH, ROBERTO CAPUCCI

Estimate
8,000 - 9,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

Of plissé design, set with graduated orange and green circular-cut garnets, embellished with two polished coral drops, signed Roberto Capucci and numbered, Italian assay marks, cased by Roberto Capucci. 

Condition

Brooch: Stamped 750 for 18 carat gold. Garnets of medium green and orange hue, well matched throughout. Coral presents typical banding with some variation in tone in each polished drop-shape, larger suspending drop has a little movement. Sliding safety catch to reverse, not able to fully close, could benefit from attention by a jeweller. Estimated to weigh approximately 86.3 grams. Numbered 19 to reverse. Original design in excellent condition.
"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 and to the Notice regarding import of Burmese jadeite and rubies into the US.
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Catalogue Note

Accompanied by an original design for the jewel signed Roberto Capucci and numbered.