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Two Gem-Set Brooches and an Aquamarine Ring, circa 1940-50
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
The first brooch designed as a spray of flowers and leaves, set with 164 round and single-cut diamonds weighing approximately 7.50 carats, mounted in white gold; the second designed as a gold branch with green enameled leaves flexibly supporting a large cabochon amethyst fruit, further decorated with 4 small round diamonds, pendant detachable; the ring centering an emerald-cut aquamarine weighing approximately 20.00 carats, bordered at the top and bottom by 6 baguette diamonds, mounted in platinum, size 5.
Condition
The diamonds in the first brooch are approximately G-H color and VS-I clarity, overall good condition, a small area of solder repair. The second brooch is in overall good condition, there is some enamel damage to the leaves at the top of the amethyst pendant and an area of solder repair. The pendant is detachable, mounting stamped 18K. The ring is in good condition, stones have probably been fitted to a new shank since they are positioned with the baguettes at the top and bottom rather than the sides. Diamonds weigh approximately 1.10 carats, F-H color, VS-SI clarity.
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.