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Diamond and natural pearl brooch, circa 1920
Estimate
7,500 - 10,000 USD
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Description
The stylized bar set with 2 natural light gray pearls measuring approximately 8.9 to 8.8 mm., further decorated with 272 old European-cut and old mine cut diamonds weighing approximately 17.15 carats, mounted in an openwork platinum setting, one diamond missing.
Condition
Good condition with general surface wear to the mounting. Please see the accompanying GIA report stating that the two pearls are natural. The pearls have a very slightly silvery rose-colored body color with faint pink and green overtones. One pearl has good luster and no apparent blemishing, the other has fair luster, light scratching and very faint cracking below the surface (seen under strong light and magnification). The diamonds are approximately G-J color with some J-K examples and predominantly SI clarity. Fitted with 3 vertically-oriented pinstems. The center pinstem is fitted with a claw-form safety catch that lifts up from the end nearest to the mounting's edge.
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 a GIA report no. 16309210 stating that the two pearls are natural.