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Gold and sapphire necklace/bracelet combination, René Boivin, 1960s
Estimate
11,000 - 16,000 CHF
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Description
- René Boivin
- Gold and sapphires
Three bracelets composed of gold scale-like links, one embellished with circular-cut sapphires, wearable as a necklace or as a choker and a bracelet, total length approximately 590mm, each with French assay and maker's marks, unsigned.
Condition
Accompanied by a certificate from Françoise Cailles.
Each with various French maker's marks. Each with French assay marks for gold. Total length approximately 590mm. Individual lengths approximately 190mm (gold), 200mm (gold) and 200mm (gold with sapphires). Sapphires well matches in colour, with medium strong saturation, with typical inclusions, some surface reaching and a few minor abrasions visible under magnification. Signs of wear to the metal consistent with age and use, well preserved. Clasps close securely. In good condition. Total gross weight approximately 303 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.
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."