Lot 338
  • 338

Sapphire, emerald and diamond brooch, Van Cleef & Arpels

Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 CHF
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Description

  • Van Cleef & Arpels
  • signed V.C.A. N.Y. and numbered. 
Designed as a bird of paradise set throughout with brilliant-cut diamonds within gold corded wire surrounds, the body centring on a pear-shaped sapphire, bordered by circular-cut similar stones, to the cabochon emerald outline, the removable tail randomly set with circular-cut emeralds and sapphires, mounted in platinum and yellow gold,

Condition

Stamped 750 for gold and numbered to the double pin 37994. Total diamond weight approximately 7.00 carats, overall G-H colour, VS-SI clarity. Pear-shaped sapphire estimated to weigh approximately 1.75 carats (gauged in mount), deep blue hue, good saturation of colour, typical crystal inclusions (a few black crystals, some surface reaching), minor nicks. Circular-cut sapphires dark saturation of colour, minor abrasion. Cabochon emeralds yellowish green stones with typical crystal inclusions, well matched. Signs of normal wear and minor tarnish to the gold, 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. 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.
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."