Lot 346
  • 346

Pair of turquoise, wood, yellow sapphire and diamond clips, Seaman Schepps

Estimate
3,500 - 5,500 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • Seaman Schepps
  • turquoise, wood, yellow sapphire, diamond
Each designed as a flower composed of carved turquoise and wood, accented with cabochon turquoises, circular-cut yellow sapphires and brilliant-cut diamonds, each signed Seaman Schepps and numbered, each with a marker's mark, one with French import mark, pouch stamped Seaman Schepps.

Condition

Each stamped 750 for 18 carat gold. One with a French import mark. Each with maker's mark and signed Seaman Schepps. Numbered 13872 and 13873. Turquoise of light blue with matrix visible to parts of the front and reverse, some small chips to the edges. One of the brooches has been repaired and glue can be seen in a crack within the turquoise. Cabochons darker blue/green. Wood light brown. Yellow sapphire medium yellow with typical inclusions visible under magnification, slight abrasions to facets. Diamonds bright and lively. Secure clasps. In good condition. Pouch stamped Seaman Schepps.
"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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