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Attractive diamond and emerald parure, Alexandre Reza
Estimate
250,000 - 450,000 CHF
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Description
- Alexandre Reza
- emerald, diamond, gold
Comprising: a necklace set to the front with fifteen cushion-shaped diamonds interspersed with clusters of circular-cut emeralds, to a line of brilliant cut diamonds, length approximately 375mm, numbered, French assay and maker's mark; and a bracelet and ring en suite, bracelet length approximately 175mm, ring size 521/2, each signed A. Reza and numbered, French assay and maker's marks.
Literature
Cf: Vivienne Becker, Alexandre Reza, 2012, page 7 for an illustration of this necklace displayed in the Reza workshop.
Condition
All stamped with French assay mark and Or 750 for 18 carat gold. All with maker's mark, ring and bracelet signed A. Reza on clasp. Weights of diamonds and emeralds inscribed on the single pieces. Total emerald weight on necklace stated to be 5.99 carats, on bracelet 2.64 carats and on ring 1.06 carat; well matched in colour, with typical crystal inclusions, some surface reaching, few scratches and nicks. Diamonds on necklace weighing a total of 32.86 carats, including the largest cushion-shaped diamond stated to weigh 4.60 carats; diamonds on bracelet weighing a total of 16.77 carats, including the largest diamond of 4.44 carats; diamond on ring stated to weigh 5.89 carats; on average the diamonds are of H-I colour and VS-SI clarity. Clasps secure, each with a safety catch to the side. Signs of little wear to the metal. In very 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."