Lot 80
  • 80

Cultured pearl and colored stone bracelet and a colored stone brooch, Seaman Schepps and Tiffany & Co.

Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description

The bracelet composed of six  strands of cultured pearls measuring approximately 8.5 to 5.4 mm., the clasp composed of oval and round cabochon emeralds, sapphires and rubies, accented with small round and fancy-shaped diamonds, arranged in a domed cluster, mounted in 14 karat gold, length approximately 8 inches, signed Seaman Schepps; the brooch designed as a flower-filled basket, the blossoms set with small round rubies, sapphires and emeralds, each centered by a single-cut diamond, mounted in 18 karat gold, signed Tiffany & Co., Italy.  

Condition

The diamonds in bracelet are I-J color, VS-I clarity, weighing approximately .75 carat total. Length stated is the bracelet stretched out, not twisted. Cultured pearls are creamy in color with medium luster and evidence of pitting. Diamonds in the brooch are bright and lively. Some of the coloured stones have evidence of moderate to heavy surface abrasions and are lightly to moderately included. Colors in both the bracelet and the brooch are more muted than the illustration.
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.