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ENAMEL, RUBY AND DIAMOND BANGLE, MID 19TH CENTURY
Estimate
7,000 - 9,000 GBP
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Description
Designed as a serpent decorated with Royal blue enamel and rose-cut diamond detail, the serpent's head set with graduated circular-cut and cushion-shaped diamonds to a principal pear-shaped stone, the eyes embellished with cabochon rubies, circumference approximately 140mm, inscribed to the underside 'Mary Jane Head from her affectionate Mother, Louisa Anne Garnett. 4th March 1847,' fitted case by Green & Ward, London.
Condition
Estimated total diamond weight approximately 5.0 - 5.5 carats, of mixed colours and clarities. The central pear-shaped stone measuring approximately 13.1mm x 7.7mm x 4.2mm estimated to weigh approximately 2.98 carats, estimated colour J/K, estimated clarity VS. Some loss to the enamel in several places especially near to the hinges, and to uppermost section of coiled tail near to the head of the serpent. Flexible. Scratches to polished metal consistent with age and wear. In overall very 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. 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."
"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."