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Gem set, gold and enamel demi-parure, second half of the 19th century
Estimate
3,500 - 4,500 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- gold, enamel, diamonds
Comprising: a bracelet designed as a series of tapered scroll engraved panels decorated with blue guilloché enamel and various-cut rubies, length approximately 165mm, French import marks, central plaque detachable; a brooch of foliate design decorated with circular-cut diamonds, French import marks, brooch pin detachable; and a pair of earrings, en suite, composite.
Condition
Each stamped with French import marks for gold. Guilloché enamel in good condition, with minor areas of loss to earrings and brooch. Pearl with white body colour, light rosé and green overtones, not tested. Rubies deep pink, with characteristic inclusions visible under magnification. Estimated total diamond weight approximately 3.00 - 5.00 carats, estimated clarity Si-I/included on average, small chips to some stones. Bracelet clasp secure with safety catch to side. Brooch pin secure, detachable. Some abrasions, and tarnish to metal consistent with age and wear.
"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."