- 661
Impressive emerald and diamond brooch, Bulgari, 1964
Estimate
145,000 - 190,000 CHF
bidding is closed
Description
- Bulgari
- gold 750, platinum 950
Set to the centre with a step-cut emerald weighing 27.57 carats, framed with pear-, marquise-shaped and brilliant-cut diamonds, signed Bulgari, pouch stamped Bulgari.
Literature
Cf: Amanda Triossi, Bulgari: 125 Years of Italian Magnificence, Grand Palais, pages 100-101, and 325 for illustrations of this brooch.
Condition
Stamped Pt 900 for platinum. Signed Bulgari. Emerald stated to weigh 27.57 carats, with some typical crystal inclusions, few surface reaching, scratches, nicks and a chip to one corner at the prong. Total diamond weight stated to be 19.20 carats, on average H-I colour, VS clarity. Please refer to the Bulgari Vintage Collection, inv. 6698. Signs of normal wear to the metal, scratches consistent with use. In 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."