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Important diamond pendant, circa 1840
Estimate
960,000 - 1,920,000 CHF
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Description
- Diamonds, silver
Of floral design, set with a pear-shaped diamond, the petals set with cushion-shaped, circular-, single-cut and rose diamonds.
Provenance
Princess Mary Althea Beatrix Doria Pamphilj,
Princess Emily Augusta Doria Pamphilj,
thence by descent.
Condition
Please note that in order not to damage the antique setting the stone has not been removed from the mount to grade the colour. However In our experts' opinion, the pear-shaped diamond measuring approximately 30.97 x 19.00 x 6.18mm and calculated to weigh between approximately 20.00 and 25.00 carats, may have a very light pinkish tint, SI-I clarity. Remaining diamonds bright and lively. Signs of wear to the metal consistent with age and use. In very good condition. Gross weight approximately 19 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
"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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
Catalogue Note
This pendant was designed as a drop to an earlier rivière necklace, the central pear-shaped diamond possibly came from the fabled mines of the Golconda region in India. A stone of this size must have been considered exceptional at the time and the jeweller who handled it, treated it with great care. Rather than lose weight by cutting its girdle to eliminate a flaw on its side, he cleverly camouflaged the imperfection with a silver patch just as during the Renaissance chipped cameos and intaglios of Greek and Roman time were repaired with gold plaques.