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Natural pearl and diamond brooch, circa 1935
Estimate
45,000 - 72,000 CHF
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Description
- Platinum, white gold, diamond pearl
The oval diamond collet-set on a bar suspending two pearl drops, one of brownish tint, the other of greyish tint.
Literature
Cf: Sylvie Raulet & Olivier Baroin, Suzanne Belperron, 2011, page 188 for an illustration of this brooch.
Condition
Stamped with French import mark for platinum. Please refer to SSEF report for details on the pearls, the slightly baroque drop-shaped, half-drilled pearls measure approximately 11.25 - 14.20 x 17.90 mm and 11.60 - 13.95 x 18.20 mm, of slightly brownish grey and slightly grey colour. Fair to good lustre, overgrowth marks and minor blemishes. Diamond estimated to weigh approximately 4.70 carats, L-M colour, SI2 clarity, as gauged and graded in mounting. Sliding safety catch. Signs of normal wear to the metal, scratches consistent with use. In good condition.
"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."