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Moonstone, sapphire and diamond necklace, Louis Comfort Tiffany, circa 1915
Estimate
20,000 - 25,000 CHF
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Description
- Louis Comfort Tiffany
- moonstone, sapphire, diamond, platinum
Designed as a cabochon moonstone within a fine twisted rope work frame highlighted with circular-cut sapphires and diamonds, the three row fancy link chain and clasp similarly set, length approximately 470mm, signed Tiffany & Co.
Literature
Cf: John Loring, 'The Tiffany Jewels', New York, 1999, pages 172 and 176 for similar examples of necklaces by Louis Comfort Tiffany.
Condition
Pendant signed Tiffany & Co. Large moonstone measuring approximately 23.3 x 15.9 x 12.1 mm, some abrasions to surface. Sapphires light blue, typical inclusions visible under magnification. Diamonds bright and lively. Clasp fitting secure. Abrasions to mount consistent with age and wear. In very 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."