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Natural pearl and diamond tiara/aigrette, late 19th century
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 GBP
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Description
- silver, gold diamonds, pearls
Centring on an aigrette of foliate scroll design, set with circular-cut and rose diamonds, accented with three pearls, to an inverted scroll tiara surmounted with eight five-pointed stars, inner circumference approximately 220mm, fitted case stamped Guillot.
Condition
Engraved with number 53 to reverse of central motif. Accompanied by The Gem & Pearl Laboratory report no.08852, stating that the pearls were found to be natural, saltwater. Pearls slightly misshapen, of white body colour with growth marks, with light blue, green and rosé overtones. Estimated total diamond weight approximately 13.00 - 18.00 carats, estimated colour and clarity J-K and I1-2/included on average, several small diamonds deficient. Central motif and eight stars detachable. Some abrasions and tarnish to metal commensurate with age and wear. Accompanied by a tiara frame.
"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."
Catalogue Note
Accompanied by The Gem & Pearl Laboratory report no.08852, stating that the pearls were found to be natural, saltwater.