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Group of Crosses
Estimate
2,500 - 3,500 USD
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Description
- gold, silver, topaz, diamond, turquoise
Comprising 3 cross pendants, the first pendant set with 12 cabochon turquoises and numerous old mine, round and single-cut diamonds weighing approximately 1.45 carats, mounted in silver-on-gold; the second pendant set with pink topazes and round diamonds weighing approximately .35 carat, mounted in silver-on-gold; the third pendant with textured gold in a foliate design, gross weight approximately 2 dwts, stamped F.B.& S 9 ct.
Condition
All pieces in good general condition. TURQUOISE: the mounting with light wear and significant tarnish. The turquoises are medium slightly greenish blue with areas of yellowing and discoloration, minor to moderate visible matrix and color zoning. The diamonds are near colorless and decorative in quality. TOPAZ: The light, slightly violetish pink topazes are less pink than indicated by the printed catalogue illustration; light scratching and abrading but the bodies of the stone are predominantly eye-clean. The diamonds are near colorless and decorative in quality. GOLD: general surface wear, light denting and small perforations to the hollow mounting.
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.
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.