Lot 46
  • 46

Group of Dress Sets and Cufflinks

Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 USD
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Description

  • gold, sapphire, mother-of-pearl, chalcendony, rock crystal, enamel, dress set, cufflinks

Condition

The mother of pearl dress set is in excellent condition, The dark segment of each link is a deep grayish plum color, the diamonds are near colorless and VS clarity, stamped W. Germany, 18K and 750. The bee dress set is in very good condition, little or no wear to enamel and mountings, stamped 18K. The blue chalcedony cufflinks are in good condition with some minor wear and one of the chalcedony discs is cracked one one side, diamonds are near colorless and SI-I clarity, stamped 585. The celluloid cufflinks have a few tiny chips to the edges and one of the gold "dots" in the center of a link is tarnished. The sapphire cufflinks show some slight tarnish and wear, they are hinged at the base, one of the sapphires has a tiny chip visible only under magnification. The gold rope cufflinks show some minor wear and a few spots of tarnish, they are hinged and pull open and snap shut, signed Webb and 18K.
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.