Lot 383
  • 383

Ruby and diamond brooch and earclips and diamond and enamel brooch and earclips

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description

The first, circa 1950, designed as stylized shooting stars formed of gold wire and decorated with round rubies and round diamonds, the total diamond weight approximately 1.35 carats, mounted in 18 karat gold; the second, circa 1970, designed as leaves, centering round diamonds weighing approximately 1.65 carats, the borders applied with translucent green enamel, mounted in 18 karat gold and platinum, earclips signed Webb, brooch signed M Italy. 

Condition

Noticeable damage and repair to enamel on leaf brooch, earclips are in better condition (signed Webb). Diamonds are approximately H-I color and VS-SI clarity. Rubies on the shooting stars are a medium red color, and the diamonds are approximately H-I color and VS clarity. In 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. 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.