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The firefly, Designed by Michael Stadther, Made by Robert Underhill
Estimate
75,000 - 100,000 USD
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Description
The realistically modelled insect with outstretched wings set with various gems including a 1.44 carat oval alexandrite at the head, an oval ruby of 5.91 carats at the body and 2 round diamonds of yellow color weighing .73 carat at the tail, the legs further set with small round diamonds weighing .21 carat, the wings applied with opaque black enamel, mounted in platinum and 18 karat gold.
Condition
The firefly is a jeweled object and does not have a brooch pin. See AGL report stating the ruby is Burmese, no heat. The alexandrite exhibits moderately strong color change from deep blue-green to deep purple-red color. The diamonds are a vivid shade of yellow, and the near colorless diamonds are approximately H-I color and VS clarity. Enameling is intact and the piece is in good condition overall. With maker's mark JD for Jewelry Designs (Bob Underhill of Danbury, CT) and a copyright mark.
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.
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.
Catalogue Note
Accompanied by AGL report no. CS 36878 (duplicate) stating that the ruby is of Burmese origin; heat enhancement: none.
The firefly token was found in the Chinaberry Campground at Foss State Park, located in western Oklahoma on Foss Lake.