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Rock crystal and hematite bracelet, 'Escalier Bordé', René Boivin, 1930
Estimate
49,000 - 69,000 CHF
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Description
- René Boivin
- hematite, rock crystal, gold
Designed as an articulated band of tiered square rock crystal plaques, set between rows of pyramidal hematite motifs, length approximately 190mm, French assay mark, inscribed Jacques à Betty, Déc 1930, case stamped Boivin.
Literature
Cf: Françoise Cailles, René Boivin Joaillier, Paris, 1994, pg. 172 for an illustration of an 'Escalier Bordé' bracelet.
Condition
Accompanied by a certificate from Françoise Cailles.
French assay mark for gold. Inscribed Jacques à Betty, 1st Déc 1930. Polished hematite in overall good condition, a few nicks and abrasions. Rock crystal with some visible nicks and scratches. Clasp closes securely. Signs of normal wear to the metal consistent with age and use. In good condition. Gross weight approximately 100 grams. Case stamped René Boivin, Joaillier 6 avenue de L'Opéra, Paris.
"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."