Lot 376
  • 376

Ruby and diamond bracelet, Van Cleef & Arpels, 1952

Estimate
56,000 - 76,000 CHF
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Description

  • Van Cleef & Arpels
  • signed Van Cleef & Arpels and numbered, French assay and maker's marks, case.
  • length approximately 180mm,
The articulated band composed of three lines of oval rubies spaced by collet-set brilliant-cut diamonds, highlighted with brilliant-cut and baguette diamond links, mounted in platinum,

Provenance

Offert par le roi Leopold III des Belges à sa fille la princesse Joséphine-Charlotte à l'occasion de ses fiansailles

Condition

Please refer to the Important Notices page 217 in the Day Sale catalogue, or page 141 in the Evening Sale catalogue regarding import of rubies into the US. Stamped Pt 950 for platinum, maker's mark partly visible. Signed Van Cleef et Arpels and numbered 66758. Rubies reddish purple hue, medium to medium dark tone, typical crystal inclusions some reaching surface, some chips. Estimated total diamond weight approximately 6.00 carats, generally G-H colour, VS clarity, a few SI. Signs of normal wear consistent with age. 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.
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