Lot 140
  • 140

Platinum, Aquamarine, Seed Pearl, Sapphire and Diamond 'Damask' Bracelet, Henry Dunay

Estimate
75,000 - 85,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • Henry Dunay
  • platinum, aquamarine, diamond, seed pearl, sapphire
Centering an emerald-cut aquamarine weighing approximately 65.00 carats, completed by a bracelet composed of numerous seed pearls measuring approximately 2.1 to 1.7 mm, accented by pear-shaped and calibré-cut sapphires weighing approximately 5.00 carats, completed by round diamonds weighing approximately 2.30 carats, length 7½ inches, signed Dunay, numbered B0001. With signed box.

Condition

In very good condition. The aquamarine is a medium very slightly greenish blue and eye-clean. The seed pearls display a white to creamy white body color with soft rose and green overtones, good luster and minute blemishing. The pear-shaped and calibré-cut sapphires are a nicely saturated medium-deep slightly violetish blue and eye-clean to slightly included. The diamonds are approximately G-H color, predominantly VS clarity. Length approximately 7 1/2 inches. Signed and numbered on the female end of the clasp.
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.

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