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Platinum, Emerald and Diamond Double Clip-Brooch, Raymond Yard
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Raymond Yard
- platinum, emerald, diamond
Designed as two swirls, centering two kite-shaped diamonds weighing approximately 1.50 carats, accented by round and baguette diamonds weighing approximately 4.60 carats, further decorated with square and calibré-cut emeralds, signed Yard; circa 1942.
Condition
In good condition. Minor scratching is evident on the back of the piece, commensurate with age. The piece can be worn as a singular brooch or separated into two smaller brooches. The two kite-shaped diamonds are approximately G-H color, VVS-VS clarity; the accenting diamonds are approximately G-H color, VVS-VS clarity. The emeralds are very slightly bluish green hue and mostly eye-clean with a few examples of slight inclusions including some light facet abrasion and a medium.There are notches on the back of the brooch through which to thread the pins once the pins have been negotiated around the carrier.
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
Brooches of similar design are illustrated in Yard: The Life and Magnificent Jewelry of Raymond C. Yard by Natasha Kuzmanovic, pages 50-51.