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Silver-Topped Gold, Sapphire and Diamond Brooch, Austro-Hungarian
Estimate
500,000 - 700,000 USD
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Description
- sapphire, diamond, silver, gold
Centering an octagonal step-cut sapphire weighing 13.04 carats, framed by old European-cut diamonds weighing approximately 8.75 carats; last quarter of the 19th century.
Condition
In good condition. The sapphire is a light medium blue color and is slightly included. With windowing through the center of the stone, which allows the eye to see a couple of inclusions. Abrading to the facet junctions on the crown, but the pavilion facets remain crisp. Diamonds are approximately H-K color and predominantly SI clarity. Accompanied by AGL report no. CS 62202 stating that the sapphire is of Kashmir origin, with no indications of heating. Accompanied by Gübelin report no. 14080164 stating that the sapphire is of Kashmir origin, with no indications of heating.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. 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. Illustrations in the catalogue may not be actual size. Prospective purchasers are reminded that, unless the catalogue description specifically states that a stone is natural, we have assumed that some form of treatment may have been used and that such treatment may not be permanent. Our presale estimates reflect this assumption.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. 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. Illustrations in the catalogue may not be actual size. Prospective purchasers are reminded that, unless the catalogue description specifically states that a stone is natural, we have assumed that some form of treatment may have been used and that such treatment may not be permanent. Our presale estimates reflect this assumption.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
Catalogue Note
Accompanied by AGL report no. CS 62202 stating that the sapphire is of Kashmir origin, with no indications of heating.
Accompanied by Gübelin report no. 14080164 stating that the sapphire is of Kashmir origin, with no indications of heating.