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ZIRCON, PEARL, ENAMEL AND DIAMOND BROOCH/ HAIR ORNAMENT, CARLO GIULIANO, CIRCA 1880
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description
- zircon, pearl, diamond and enamel
Of open work design, set with cushion-shaped zircons of brown tint, pearls, accented with circular-cut diamonds, the frame decorated with black enamel with white enamel highlights, maker's mark C.G, detachable brooch fitting.
Literature
Cf: Sotheby's, Castellani & Giuliano, The Judith H.Siegel Collection, 6th December 206, New York, lot 111 for a parure by Carlo Giuliano with similar enamel decoration and a brooch that also converts into a hair ornament.
Condition
Zircon reddish brown, well matched. Diamonds bright and lively. Pearls white, medium to high lustre. Enamel slightly scratched. Tarnished mount consistent with time. Removable brooch setting, safety catch to pin. 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."
"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."