Lot 240
  • 240

Pair of gem set cufflinks, Boucheron, three studs and a Gentleman's dress set, Verdura

Estimate
2,500 - 3,500 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • verdura
  • gold, haematite, rubies, rock-crystal, sapphires, garnet, paste
The Boucheron cufflinks composed of fluted rock-crystal torpedo-shaped links accented with cabochon rubies and sapphires to fixed bar connecting links, signed Boucheron, numbered, French assay and maker's marks, three studs set with two paste and one garnet and a Gentleman's dress set comprising a pair of cufflinks and three studs, each set with a circular fluted haematite discs accented with a cabochon ruby with baton connecting links, signed Verdura, British hallmarks and maker's marks, part illustrated.

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. Boucheron cufflinks with French assay marks for 18 carat gold. Signed Boucheron, numbered P28195. Coloured stones with good saturation. Rock crystal in good condition. Verdura dress set with British hallmarks for 18 carat gold, Birmingham 1995 and maker's marks for Deakin and Francis. Signed Verdura. Hematite in good condition. Rubies medium purplish red. Some scratches and tarnish to metal consistent with wear. Overall in good condition. Accompanied by three studs each set with a cabochon garnet. One stud damaged. Tarnish to metal.
"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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