Lot 273
  • 273

Emerald, sapphire and diamond brooch, Van Cleef & Arpels, 1960

Estimate
11,000 - 16,000 CHF
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Description

Designed as a bunch of flowers, set with circular-cut emeralds and sapphires and brilliant-cut diamonds, to the yellow gold rope twist borders, signed Van Cleef & Arpels N.Y and numbered.

Condition

Stamped 750 for gold, signed Van Cleef & Arpels and numbered N.Y.31381. Emeralds and sapphires well matched in colour, with typical crystal inclusions visible under close inspection, some scratches and nicks. Diamonds estimated to weigh approximately 2.80 carats in total, generally G-H colour, VS-SI clarity. Normal signs of wear to the metal, scratches commensurate 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.
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."