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Emerald, pink sapphire and diamond bracelet, 'Sassi', Michele della Valle
Estimate
8,500 - 12,500 CHF
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Description
- Michele della Valle
- Emeralds, pink sapphires, diamonds, gold
Of open work design, set with cabochon emeralds and pink sapphires, the links embellished with brilliant-cut diamonds and circular-cut emeralds, length approximately 180mm, signed Michele della Valle, numbered, case stamped Michele della Valle.
Literature
Cf.: Michele della Valle, Michele della Valle, Jewels and Myths, Woodbridge, 2014, pgs. 319 and 323 for illustrations of this bracelet.
Condition
Signed Michele della Valle, numbered 110751, Italian maker's mark. Italian assay mark for 18 carat gold, mounted in white gold. Emeralds and pink sapphires well matched in colour, green and pink of medium strong saturation, with typical inclusions, some surface reaching, small scratches and minor nicks. Diamonds estimated to weigh a total of approximately 10.00 - 12.00 carats, on average G-H colour, VS-SI clarity, as gauged and graded in the mount. Signs of light wear to the metal. Clasp secure, safety catches. In very good condition. Gross weight approximately 124 grams. Case stamped Michele della Valle.
"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.
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.
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."