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Lot 144
  • 144

ONYX, CORAL AND DIAMOND BROOCH, ROBERT CAPUCCI

Estimate
5,500 - 6,500 GBP
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Description

  • signed Roberto Capucci and numbered.
Designed as an entwined snake carved from onyx, the head pavĂ©-set with brilliant-cut diamonds and decorated with black enamel, the eye highlighted with a ruby, the body draped with a fringe of coral and onyx beads graduated in colour, signed Roberto Capucci and numbered, Italian assay marks, case by Roberto Capucci.

Condition

Stamped 750 for 18 carat gold to reverse. Diamonds bright and lively, the ruby eye a medium purplish red colour. Some coral beads with small cracks, pits and natural banding characteristic of coral. Carved onyx smooth. Safety catch. Numbered 02 to reverse. Estimated to weigh approximately 115.7 grams. Condition as new.
"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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

Catalogue Note

Accompanied by an original design for the jewel signed Roberto Capucci and numbered.