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COLLECTION OF RUBY AND DIAMOND JEWELS, 19TH AND 20TH CENTURY
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 CHF
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Description
The pendant set with a pear-shaped ruby within a frame of millegrain-set circular-cut diamonds, fitted case stamped Hübner, the pin set with an oval ruby within a circular-cut diamond surround, fitted case stamped J. F. Wrana, and the bar brooch set with oval and circular-cut rubies, further enhanced with cushion-shaped, circular-cut and rose diamonds, Austrian maker's mark, fitted case stamped J. F Wrana.
Provenance
The pendant, formerly a charm from a bracelet, was given to Archduchess Marie Anne of Austria (1882-1940) by her husband Prince Elie de Bourbon-Parme (1880-1959), on the occasion of their engagement. The brooch was formerly in the collection of Queen Marie Christine of Spain (1858-1929), née Archduchess of Austria.
Princess Marie Anne de Bourbon Parme states in her inventory:
"Une épingle en diamants, la tête gros rubis entouré de diamants, 4 petits rubis. Provenant d'un cadeau de la Reine Marie Christine d'Espagne". [A diamond pin, the top set with a large ruby framed by diamonds and 4 small rubies. A gift from Queen Marie Christine of Spain].
Princess Marie Anne de Bourbon Parme states in her inventory:
"Une épingle en diamants, la tête gros rubis entouré de diamants, 4 petits rubis. Provenant d'un cadeau de la Reine Marie Christine d'Espagne". [A diamond pin, the top set with a large ruby framed by diamonds and 4 small rubies. A gift from Queen Marie Christine of Spain].
Condition
The bar brooch with Austrian assay mark for Vienna and maker's mark. Rubies red to pinkish red of medium strong saturation, with typical inclusions visible with 10x magnification, some surface reaching, abrasions and scratches to the facet edges. Diamonds estimated to weigh a total of approximately 2.50 - 3.00 carats, on average H-J colour, SI clarity, as gauged and graded in the mount. Scratches consistent with wear and age. Total gross weight approximately 13 grams. Three fitted cases, one stamped Hübner and two stamped J. F Wrana.
"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."