Lot 215
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SAPPHIRE AND DIAMOND BANGLE, LATE 19TH CENTURY

Estimate
4,500 - 5,500 GBP
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Description

The hinged bangle of open work design, set to the front with a foliate design interspersed with oval sapphires and embellished with variously-shaped diamonds to borders of circular- and cushion-shaped diamonds, inner-circumference approximately 180mm, one diamond deficient.

Condition

Estimated total diamond weight approximately 4.50-5.00 carats, mixed colours and clarities. Sapphires well matched in colour, moderate saturation of colour. Some stones with minor abrasions and typical inclusions visible under x10 magnification. Areas of minor tarnishing and evidence of repair near clasp. Safety chain to clasp. 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. 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."