- 156
Turquoise, diamond, ruby and emerald brooch, 1960s
Estimate
7,500 - 10,000 USD
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Description
Designed as three flowers, the centers set with 3 turquoise cabochons, the petals set with round rubies and round diamonds, completed by leaves set with pear-shaped rubies and emeralds, and a stem set with baguette diamonds, the total diamond weight approximately 5.95 carats, mounted in platinum and gold.
Condition
Set with 23 round and 20 baguette diamonds weighing approximately 5.95 carats, 3 turquoise cabochons measuring 11.6, 9.4 and 8.7 mm., 8 round and 3 pear-shaped rubies and 4 pear-shaped emeralds. Please note that according to the consignor, this brooch was purchased from Harry Winston in the mid-1960's but this has not been confirmed. Good condition, colors are more muted than illustrated.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. 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. Illustrations in the catalogue may not be actual size. Prospective purchasers are reminded that, unless the catalogue description specifically states that a stone is natural, we have assumed that some form of treatment may have been used and that such treatment may not be permanent. Our presale estimates reflect this assumption.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. 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. Illustrations in the catalogue may not be actual size. Prospective purchasers are reminded that, unless the catalogue description specifically states that a stone is natural, we have assumed that some form of treatment may have been used and that such treatment may not be permanent. Our presale estimates reflect this assumption.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.