Lot 258
  • 258

Tanzanite, sapphire and diamond parure

Estimate
290,000 - 480,000 CHF
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Description

  • Tanzanite, sapphires, diamonds, gold
Comprising: a necklace set with step-cut sapphires, square-cut, baguette and tapered baguette diamonds, the centre highlighted with a step-cut tanzanite, length approximately 475mm, one diamond deficient; a bracelet set with square-cut, tapered baguette diamonds and step-cut sapphires, length approximately 205mm; a pair of earrings, post and hinged back fittings; and a ring, size 55.

Condition

Accompanied by Gübelin report no. 13080279, stating that the step-cut tanzanite on the necklace weighing approximately 120.00 carats and measuring approximately 37.30 x 23.30 x 16.65mm, is of Tanzanian origin, with indications of heating; no. 13080278, stating that the step-cut sapphire on the bracelet measuring approximately 24.70 x 19.10 x 10.70mm, is of Ceylon origin, with no indications of heating; no. 13080276, stating that the modified marquise-shaped sapphires on the earrings measuring approximately 16.00 x 10.10 x 7.80mm and 16.10 x 10.45 x 8.35mm, are of Ceylon origin, with indications of heating; no. 13080277, stating that the step-cut sapphire on the ring measuring approximately 14.00 x 10.50 x 9.40mm, shows indications of heating. Each piece stamped 18K and 750 for 18 carat gold. Tanzanite blue of strong saturation, with good transparency, clean to the naked eye, for further details on the stones, please refer to the Gübelin report. Sapphires well matched in colour, blue of strong saturation, with good transparencey, minor typical inclusions, some surface reaching, minor scratches and abrasions; for further information on the sapphires, please refer to the gemmological reports. Diamonds bright and lively, estimated to weigh a total of approximately 62.00 - 70.00 carats, one small diamond deficient. Little signs of wear to the metal. In very good condition. Total gross weight approximately 359 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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