TOPAZ AND DIAMOND DEVANT DE CORSAGE, PORTUGUESE SECOND HALF OF THE 18TH CENTURY

Designed as a stylised open work tied ribbon bow, centring on a circular cluster, suspending a pear-shaped drop, set with foil backed mixed-cut topaz, table- and rose-cut diamonds, detachable drop.

Mounted in silver. Topaz an intense yellowish orange, to pinkish orange hues of various saturations. Due to the foil backing it is difficult to ascertain the true colour and saturation of colour in the stones. Some displaying typical characteristics of topaz. Some stones abraded and some with chips visible with a 10x lens. Diamonds of mixed colours and clarities. Original fitting to reverse. Silver discoloured with indentations consistent with age and wear. Heavy, weighing approximately 117.7 grams. 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.
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