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TWO SAPPHIRE AND TWO DIAMOND BANGLES
Estimate
11,200 - 12,200 GBP
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Description
Each set around the wrist with sapphires and diamonds respectively: the first set throughout with calibré-cut sapphires, length approximately 210mm, signed Cartier Paris and numbered, French assay marks and maker's marks, the other millegrain-set with similarly-cut stones of tapered design, length approximately 195mm, another set with circular-cut diamonds to a scroll engraved gallery, length approximately 200mm, early 20th century, signed Van Cleef & Arpels Paris and numbered, the other similarly-set, length approximately 200mm, early 20th century, .
Condition
Signed sapphire bangle: stamped with French assay marks for 18 carat gold (yellow). Sapphires a medium blue with moderately strong saturation of colour, well matched in size, some slightly paler than others, typical inclusions visible with a 10x lensa couple with small chips. Some with small spaces between them in the setting. Signed Cartier Paris and numbered 2150. Light scratching consistent with wear. Second sapphire bangle: Sapphires a medium blue with vivid colour saturation, well matched in size and colour, typical inclusions visible with magnification, some small nicks and chips to a few stones. Signed diamond bangle: Estimated total diamond weight approximately 6.5 - 8.0 carats, estimated colour G-I, estimated clarity VS-SI. Signed Van Cleef - Arpels Paris in amongst ornate scrolled gallery and opposite numbered 19808. Scratched and with indentations consistent with age and wear. Second diamond bangle: Estimated total diamond weight approximately 5.0 - 6.0 carats, estimated colour H-K, estimated clarity SI-I, a few stones chipped or with cavities, one with a large natural. With light scratching consistent with wear, very simple engraved gallery. Collection of bangles in very good condition.
"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."