- 572
Emerald and diamond clip, mounted by Cartier, 1930s
Estimate
95,000 - 165,000 CHF
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Description
- emerald, diamond, 18 carat gold
The octagonal step-cut emerald, framed by circular-cut and baguette diamonds, engraved Monture Cartier and numbered, French assay and maker's marks, case.
Provenance
August von Finck (1898-1980), thence by descent.
Literature
Cf: Stefano Papi, ‘The Jewels of the Romanovs, Family and Court’, London 2010, page 285 for an illustration of this brooch which was originally in the collection of Queen Marie of Romania.
Condition
Stamped with French assay marks for gold. Signed Monture Cartier, indistinctly numbered M 0149. According to the SSEF report, the emerald measures approximately 20.32 x 19.57 x 8.30 mm and weighs approximately 25.67 carats, with some typical crystal inclusions visible under close inspection, few surface reaching, few scratches and nicks on the surface, few abrasions along the girdle, for further information please refer to the report. Diamonds estimated to weigh a total of approximately 8.50 carats, on average of G-I colour and VS-SI clarity, as gauged and graded in mounting. Normal signs of wear to the metal, scratches consistent with age and wear. 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."