Lot 324
  • 324

Unmounted diamond and three unmounted aquamarines

Estimate
7,500 - 11,000 CHF
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Description

  • aquamarine (beryl), diamond
The brilliant-cut diamond weighing 1.36 carats, accompanied by three step-cut aquamarines weighing 15.03, 16.23 and 17.74 carats.

Condition

Unmounted diamond accompanied by 'Service Public du Controle des Diamants - Perles Fines - Pierres Précieuses de la Chambre de Commerce et d'Industrie de Paris' report no. 21602, dated 24 October 1973. Additionally accompanied by an Insurance Estimate from Chaumet Paris, dated 22 February 1975. Diamond weighing 1.36 carats, measuring approximately 7.08 x 7.13 x 4.29 mm, in our experts' opinion I colour, VS1 clarity. Aquamarine weighing 15.03 carats measures approximately 18.68 x 12.72 x 8.61 mm, aquamarine weighing 16.23 carats measures approximately 18.61 x 12.52 x 8.62 mm, aquamarine weighing 17.74 carats measures approximately 09.07 x 13.81 x 8.79 mm, all loupe clean with minor chips to facet edges visible under 10x magnification. All gemstones in good condition. Total gross weight approximately 10 grams.
"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.
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