Lot 7
  • 7

THREE GEM SET AND DIAMOND JEWELS

Estimate
15,000 - 25,000 CHF
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Description

Comprising: a natural pearl pendant, designed as a duck, the body set with a baroque shaped natural pearl, further enhanced with seed pearls and a circular-cut emerald, fitted case stamped M.LO; a brooch set with mabé-pearls, seed pearls and step-cut emeralds, accented with green enamel, signed Tiffany & Co; and a pendant/brooch, consisting of a carved rock-crystal depicting a female bust, within a frame of circular-cut demantoid garnets and diamonds.

Condition

Also accompanied by a letter from Captain S. Pasfield Olivier, who gifted to pearl to the bride of his eldest son on September 10, 1902. As well as an extract from the will of George Pasfield (8 November 1660). Please note that the pearl has not been tested for natural origin. One brooch Signed TIFFANY CO, stamped 750 for 18 carat gold, one Stamped 14K and 585 for 14 carat gold. Some minor nicks and abrasions to rock crystal. Some signs of tarnish to the metal. In overall good condition. Total gross weight approximately 49 grams. Fitted case monogrammed M. LO.
"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.
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Catalogue Note

The pendant designed as a duck accompanied by documents containing information on the history of the pearl, also known as the 'Great Pasfield Pearl'. Please note that the pearl has not been tested for natural origin.

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