Lot 4
  • 4

Group of diamond jewels

Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 CHF
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Description

  • diamond, platinum, gold
Comprising: a watch accented with clusters of marquise-shaped and circular-cut diamonds, between a line of baguette diamonds, length approximately 160mm, signed Boucheron, numbered, French assay marks, mechanical movement signed Blancpain; a clip in the form of a leaf set with circular-cut and tapered baguette diamonds, signed Van Cleef & Arpels, numbered, partial French maker's and assay marks, case by VCA; and a bracelet highlighted with brilliant-cut diamonds, length approximately 155mm, French assay and maker's marks, unillustrated.

Condition

Watch: Bracelet clasp signed BOUCHERON PARIS and numbered 77976. French assay marks for platinum and 18 carat gold. Inside of case numbered 11599. Movement signed Blancpain and numbered 592709. Mechanical movement not in running condition at time of cataloguing, please note that Sotheby's does not guarantee future working condition of watches. Diamonds estimated to weigh a total of approximately 6.80 - 7.80 carats, on average G-I colour, VS-SI clarity, as gauged and graded in the mounting. Clasp secure, safety catch. Typical signs of wear to metal consistent with use. In good condition. Clip: Signed VAN CLEEF & ARPELS PARIS and numbered 63.743, partial French maker's marks. Stamped with French assay marks for platinum and gold, also stamped PT950 for platinum. Diamonds estimated to weigh a total of approximately 7.00 - 8.50 carats, on average G-I colour, VS-SI clarity, as gauged and graded in the mounting. Additional fitting on the reverse for a connection to a double clip brooch (other part deficient). Typical signs of wear to metal consistent with use. In good condition. Bracelet: French maker's mark MA for Maurice Antoine, 23 rue Danielle-Casanova, 75001 Paris. French assay marks for platinum and 18 carat gold. Links each accented with metal ropework and four brilliant-cut diamonds. Diamonds estimated to weigh a total of approximately 2.50 - 2.75 carats, bright and lively. Clasp secure, safety catch to the side. Signs of normal wear to metal and slight tarnish consistent with age and use. In good condition. Total gross weight approximately 93 grams.
"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.
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