- 71
PAIR OF DIAMOND EARRINGS, CIRCA 1890
Estimate
50,000 - 80,000 CHF
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Description
Each surmount collet-set with a circular-cut diamond, supporting a similarly cut diamond.
Provenance
Given by Archduke Frédéric of Austria (1856-1936), to his daughter, Archduchess Marie Anne of Austria (1882-1940), on the occasion of her wedding to Prince Elie de Bourbon-Parme (1880-1959) in 1903."Un écrin rouge écarlate (Schwarz und Steiner) avec deux boutons diamants (boucles d'oreilles). Ces diamants m'ont été donnés par mon père pour mon mariage".
[A scarlet case (Schwarz und Steiner) with two diamond studs (earrings). These diamonds were given by my father for my wedding].
Excerpt from the inventory of Archduchess Marie Anne of Austria, Princess Elie de Bourbon Parme
[A scarlet case (Schwarz und Steiner) with two diamond studs (earrings). These diamonds were given by my father for my wedding].
Excerpt from the inventory of Archduchess Marie Anne of Austria, Princess Elie de Bourbon Parme
Condition
Mounted in silver and 14 carat gold. In our experts' opinion, the circular-cut diamonds measuring approximately 10.00 x 9.50 x 5.70mm and 10.10 x 10.20 x 6.70mm, calculated to weigh approximately 4.00 and 4.80 carats respectively, are I-J colour, VS2-SI1 clarity. Remaining diamonds bright and lively. Signs of wear and scratches to the metal. In good condition. Gross weight approximately 5 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.
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."
Catalogue Note
Archduchess Marie Anne of Austria wore this pair of earrings, together with the pendants lot 72 for the ball on the day of her wedding to Prince Elie de Bourbon Parme.