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EMERALD AND DIAMOND BROOCH/PENDANT, LATE 19TH CENTURY
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description
Designed as a trefoil set with three principal step-cut emeralds, within surrounds of circular-cut diamonds, further highlighted with rose-cut stones, detachable brooch fitting.
Condition
Scratched inventory numbers. Mounted in silver and gold. Emeralds measuring approximately 6.9mm x 6.0mm x 5.0mm, 7.3mm x 6.5mm x 4.6mm and 9.3mm x 6.9mm 6.0mm, weighing approximately 1.52, 1.54 and 2.83 carats respectively, emeralds a moderately strong green, typical inclusions visible with the naked eye, some small surface reaching inclusions only visible with magnifications, small chips, well matched. Estimated total diamond weight approximately 2.88 carats, mixed colours and clarities, principal circular-cut diamond spreads at approximately 0.65 carats, in cut-down collet setting so difficult to ascertain clarity. Frame with scratches consistent with age and wear. In very 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."
"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."