A Gold, Platinum, Coral Colored Stone, Enamel and Diamond Brooch, Verdura

the kneeling Egyptian figure in the form of Cleopatra composed of carved coral, the figure wearing a textured gold dress and bangle-bracelets, the headdress set with calibré-cut sapphires, the platform set with calibré-cut emeralds, accented with round diamonds weighing approximately .35 carat, her lotus blossom scepter and eyes applied with enamel, signed Verdura. With signed box.

Overall condition is very good but note tips of the green enamel papyrus frond with 2 exceedingly small chips at the tips, not visible to the naked eye. The diamonds are approximately H-J color, VS clarity. The sapphires are well-matched for color; a nicely saturated medium-deep blue and relatively clean, one stone with a small cavity at the surface; the emeralds are a bright medium-deep green and well-matched for color. The coral segments with uniform color on the front, but not noticeable on the back side are some mottled white patches at the cheek, shoulder and elbow. Verdura signature along lower bottom edge, a deep scratch number C1809 on the underside of the mounting at the "thigh". Height approximately 1 1/3 inches, width approximately 1 inch.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. 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. Illustrations in the catalogue may not be actual size. Prospective purchasers are reminded that, unless the catalogue description specifically states that a stone is natural, we have assumed that some form of treatment may have been used and that such treatment may not be permanent. Our presale estimates reflect this assumption.
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