Lot 291
  • 291

GOLD AND DIAMOND BROOCH/PENDANT, CIRCA 1900

Estimate
3,000 - 4,000 GBP
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Description

Of open work design depicting a chimera holding in its mouth a circular-cut diamond, French assay marks and numbered, pendant fitting maybe to suspend a drop, accompanied by a glazed display case.

Literature

Cf: Sotheby's Catalogue, Magnificent Jewels, 21st February 2003, St Moritz, Lot 246, when this jewel was previously sold.

Condition

Numbered 3295, overall good condition, some slight wear commensurate with age, weight approximately 21 grams.
"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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