Lot 171
  • 171

Platinum, Sapphire and Diamond Bracelet, Circa 1920

Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
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Description

  • platinum, sapphire, diamond, bracelet
The ornate openwork links set with a cushion-shaped sapphire weighing approximately 2.50 carats, and an old European-cut diamond weighing approximately .95 carat, set throughout with old European-cut and single-cut diamonds weighing approximately 5.50 carats, accented by calibré-cut sapphires, length 7¼ inches, maker's mark, numbered 1604, one small diamond and one sapphire missing.

Condition

In good condition. The diamonds are all approximately G to J color, VS to SI clarity. The oval-shaped sapphire is medium deep very slightly violetish blue with eye-clean clarity. Moderately to heavily abraded at the facet junctions, may include some synthetic examples, as commonly found in pieces dating from the Art Deco period. Stamped with an unknown maker's mark, probably American, and fitted with a safety chain.
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.