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EMERALD AND DIAMOND 'FLOWER' BROOCH
Estimate
4,200,000 - 4,600,000 HKD
bidding is closed
Description
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Designed as a single flower in full bloom, centring on a sugar loaf cabochon emerald weighing approximately 34.25 carats, surrounded by curling petals pavé-set with circular- and old mine-cut diamonds together weighing approximately 20.50 carats, mounted in platinum and 18 karat white gold.
Condition
Colour and Clarity: According to SSEF report, the cabochon emerald is natural, of Colombian origin, with no indications of thermal enhancement. Please refer to the report for details. In our opinion, the emerald is of medium dark, intense green colour, slightly included to naked eyes. Under 10x loupe, there are natural inclusions as fingerprints and crystals, and some surface reaching pits and lines which are not seen to naked eyes. Diamonds of single- and old style cutting, are mostly of G to H colours and a few may be of I to J colours, SI clarity.
Condition: Of realistic design with very fine and delicate workmanship, diamonds are skillfully set on the petals and stem, overall in 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. 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.
Catalogue Note
Accompanied by SSEF report numbered 34447, dated 24 August 1999, stating that the 34.254 carat emerald is natural, of Colombian origin, with no indications of clarity enhancement.