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Pair of tourmaline ear clips, Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co., circa 1970
Estimate
15,000 - 25,000 CHF
bidding is closed
Description
- Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
- Rubies, gold
Each of bow motif, set with calibré-cut tourmalines, signed Tiffany & Co. and Schlumberger, French assay and maker's marks.
Literature
Cf.: Chantal Bizot et alii, The Jewels of Jean Schlumberger, Paris, 1995, pg. 62 for an example of handbag clasps of similar design mounted as earrings set with lapis lazuli and dated 1960s.
Condition
Please note that the stones are tourmalines, and not rubies as stated in the printed catalogue.
Signed TIFFANY & CO, FRANCE, SCHLUMBERGER, French maker's marks, French assay marks and stamped 750 for 18 carat gold, mounted in yellow gold. Tourmalines well matched in colour, purplish red of medium strong saturation, with typical inclusions, some surface reaching, a few cavities, some scratches, abrasions and nicks. Signs of normal wear to the metal. In good condition. Total gross weight approximately 48 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."