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Lot 116
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Gem set and diamond ring, 'Incroyables et Merveilleuses', Victoire de Castellane for Dior

Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 CHF
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Description

  • Victoire de Castellane for Dior
  • gold, diamond, tsavorites, pink sapphires, onyx, aquamarine
Set with an oval aquamarine to a mount depicting flowers and wheat sheaves, set with circular-cut tsavorite garnets, pink sapphires, onyx and brilliant-cut diamonds, size 54, sizing band, signed Dior and numbered, French assay and maker's marks, case stamped Dior.

Literature

Cf: Michèle Heuzé, 'Dior Joaillerie', New York , 2012, pages 66 - 85 for illustrations of other Incroyables et Merveilleuses jewels by Dior.

Condition

Stamped with French assay marks and 750 for 18 carat gold. Signed Dior, maker's mark, numbered C0273. The aquamarine is estimated to weigh approximately 54.30 carats, as gauged in mounting, with minor inclusions, few scratches and abrasions. Coloured stones well matched. Diamonds bright and lively. Little signs of wear to the metal. 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."