Lot 525
  • 525

Fine Emerald and diamond brooch/pendant, Van Cleef & Arpels, 1970

Estimate
150,000 - 200,000 CHF
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Description

The octagonal step-cut emerald embellished with marquise- and pear-shaped, brilliant- and circular-cut diamond surrounds, mounted in platinum, signed Van Cleef & Arpels and numbered

Condition

Stamped Pt 950 for platinum. Signed Van Cleef & Arpels N.Y., numbered 41060., stamped 19.18, indicating the weight of the emerald. For further information on the emerald, please refer to the Gübelin report. Some typical crystal inclusions, some surface reaching, few minor nicks and abrasion to facet junctions. Diamonds stated to weigh a total of approximately 23.04 carats, generally G-H colour, VS clarity. Normal signs of wear to the metal. 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."