GROUP OF JEWELLERY

Comprising a whimsical brooch modelled as an owl, perching on an onyx rod, to an onyx carved head, body and eyes decorated by brilliant-cut diamonds, accented by oval emerald-set eyes, mounted in 18 karat white and yellow gold, signed Piaget; a pair of pendent ear clips, each suspending two ruby beads on black cords, to a geometrical surmount decorated by brilliant-cut diamonds, clip fittings, signed Cartier and numbered 46033A; a double-clip brooch set with shield-shaped, baguette and old European-cut diamonds, the diamonds together weighing approximately 7.10 carats, circa 1935; mounted in 18 karat white gold. (3)

Colour and Clarity: Under 10x loupe, the onyx has some surface abrasions and chips to the edges but generally in good condition. The diamonds are about J-K colours, VS clarity. The eyes are set with intense emeralds with some minor natural inclusions. The diamonds on the earrings are about G-H colours, VS clarity. Ruby beads are of purplish red colour, with natural inclusions under 10x loupe. The diamonds on the double clip brooch are about I-J colour, VS-SI clarity. Condition: Some normal signs of wear, generally in good condition. IMPORTANT NOTICE: Please note that jadeite and rubies of Burmese origin and articles of jewellery containing jadeite or rubies of Burmese origin all less than 100 years old may not be imported into the US. The purchaser's inability to import any item into the U.S. or any other country as a result of these or other restrictions shall not justify cancellation or rescission of the sale or any delay in payment. Please check with the specialist department if you are uncertain as to whether a lot is subject to these import restrictions, or any other restrictions on importation or exportation.
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.