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Miscellaneous Group of Antique Jewels, 18th and 19th century
Estimate
8,000 - 10,000 USD
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Description
Comprising a demi-parure of foil-backed topaz and paste in peach hues, including a larger and a smaller brooch, a pendant, and a pair of pendants now mounted as earclips; a coronet-brooch of aquamarines and pastes mounted in low-karat rose gold; a floral pendant-brooch with hanging drops set with variously-cut garnets mounted in low-karat rose gold, French; a low-karat gold, blue enamel and diamond brooch of oval shape, decorated with a diamond-set monogram beneath a crown; a gilt metal, garnet, paste and enamel etui of tapering form, decorated with arched segments of enameled flowers, length 4¾ inches, and a gilt metal and enamel Breast Star of the Serbian Order of the White Eagle (1883-1941). Three items are unillustrated.
Condition
The stones in the first demi-parure yielded a refractive index consistent with topaz when randomly tested. The French garnet pendant-brooch dates from circa 1765. The etui (not illustrated) was likely converted from a sword handle.
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.