Lot 20
  • 20

Amethyst and diamond demi-parure, early and mid 19th century

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
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Description

  • gold, silver, diamond, amethyst
Comprising: a brooch/pendant designed as a Saint-Esprit suspending a carved and inlayed oval amethyst, set with cushion-shaped and rose diamonds; and a similarly set pair of earrings, five rose diamonds deficient, hook fittings, fitted case. 

Condition

Mounted in silver and gold, diamonds bright and lively with mixed colours and clarities. Amethyst medium purple, good clarity with slight abrasions to facet edges commensurate with age and wear. later safety catch to reverse of brooch and hinged suspension loop. Two small rose diamonds deficient from each earring and one from St Esprit.
"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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