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Diamond tiara, 1874
Estimate
60,000 - 100,000 CHF
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Description
Of foliage design, composed of seven detachable ears of wheat and flower head motifs, each set with rose-, circular-cut, cushion-shaped and rose diamonds, length approximately 280mm, brooch, hair fittings and a pendant hook, fitted case stamped Mon Leriche Durand Succ.
Provenance
Formerly in the collection of Mathilde von Württemberg, Princess von Urach, Countess von Württemberg (1854-1907), daughter of Théodolinde de Beauharnais, Princess of Leuchtenberg (1814-1857), and Wilhelm von Württemberg, Earl von Württemberg, Prince von Urach (1810-1869),
Thence by descent.
Condition
Inscribed 1, 2, 7, 12, 14, 26, 27 and 86. Please note that due to the cutting style, the total weight of the diamonds is difficult to estimate; diamonds estimated to weigh a total of approximately 50.00 - 60.00 carats, on average from G-I to L-M colour, VS to I clarity, as gauged and graded in the mount, three small diamonds deficient. Signs of wear to the metal consistent with age and use, evidence of repairs and traces of soldering to the reverse, one ear of wheat loose in its mount. Total gross weight approximately 138 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.
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.
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."