Lot 61
  • 61

Diamond ring, Chaumet and gem set and diamond jewels

Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description

  • ruby, emerlad, gold, enamel, diamond
 Comprising: a ring designed as a polished band inset with a square diamond, size N, signed Chaumet, numbered, French assay, British import and maker's marks; a flexible bracelet of serpent design, set with pear-shaped and circular-cut rubies, brilliant-cut diamonds and green enamel; a ring of similar design, set with circular-cut rubies and diamonds, size R1/2, British hallmark for Birmingham; and a ring designed as a scarab beetle set with cabochon rubies and circular-cut emeralds and diamonds, size K.

Condition

Rubies of Burmese origin cannot be imported into the US; this piece may contain a ruby of Burmese origin and therefore may not be able to be imported into the US. Certification of non-Burmese origin is required before the import of rubies into the US. Please see our Important Notices and contact the jewellery department for further information. Gross weight approximately 117.4 grams. Chaumet ring: signed Chaumet, numbered 103322. Diamond weighing approximately 0.15 - 0.25 carats, estimated colour I-K, estimated clarity SI. Some scratches to metal consistent with wear. In good condition. Scarab ring: Estimated total diamond weight approximately 0.50- 1.50 carats, estimated colour K-M, estimated clarity SI. Rubies and emeralds with typical inclusions visible to naked eye. Tarnish and scratches to metal consistent with wear. In good condition. Bangle: estimated total diamond weight approximately 0.50 - 1.50, stones bright and lively. Rubies medium purplish red, typical inclusions visible under magnification. Enamel in good order. Some scratches to metal consistent with wear. In good condition. Snake ring: British hallmarks for Birmingham. Estimated total diamond weight approximately 0.50 - 1.50 carats, estimated colour K-M, estimated clarity VS. 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."