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Ruby, enamel and gold clip, 'Chou', Van Cleef and Arpels, circa 1945
Estimate
15,000 - 25,000 CHF
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Description
- ruby
Designed as a stylised lace tissue evoking the dentelle de Valenciennes, set with repercé yellow gold and white enamel, to the circular-cut ruby and circular-cut diamond accents, signed Van Cleef & Arpels, French assay and maker's marks.
Literature
Cf: Van Cleef & Arpels, Paris 1992, page 158 for an illustration of a similar clip set with sapphires.
Condition
Ruby/Jadeite of Burmese origin cannot be imported into the US. This piece may contain ruby/jadeite of Burmese origin and therefore may not be able to be imported into the US. Certification of non-Burmese origin will be required before import of jadeite/ruby into the US. Please see our Important Notices and contact the jewellery department for further information.
Stamped with French assay marks for gold. Signed Van Cleef & Arpels. Rubies well matched in colour, typical crystal inclusions (some reaching surface). Diamonds estimated to weigh approximately 2.15 carats in total. A few minor losses to white enamel but hardly noticeable. Minor scratches to the metal commensurate with age and wear. 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."
"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."