GROUP OF GEM-SET JEWELLERY

Comprising: the straight-line articulated bracelet composed of a cluster of eighteen oval and twenty-one circular-cut blue topazes, length approximately 165mm; the ring of similar design; and pair of matching pendent earrings, the blue topazes altogether weighing approximately 115.80 carats; the bangle centring on a cut-cornered square amethyst weighing approximately 35.00 carats, flanked to the observe with cabochon amethyst and garnets weighing approximately 16.00 and 32.00 carats respectively, inner diameter 52.50 x 46.00mm; and pair of matching pendent earrings, composed of peridots and amethyst altogether weighing approximately 8.00 and 2.50 carats respectively, pendent detachable; mounted in 18 karat white gold. (5)

Colour and Clarity: In our opinion, all coloured stones are of very strong hues, in medium tone. Amethysts on bangle are very strong purple colour, garnets of slightly brownish red, overall very clean. Blue topazes on the bracelet are of saturated sky blue colour that the smaller round stones are of slightly softer hue, all very clean. Blue topazes on the ring and pair of earrings are of similar, strong sky blue colour, very clean. Peridots set on another pendent-earrings are of intense yellowish green colour, eye clean. Condition: Minor signs of wear, otherwise all 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.

Ring size: 5½