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GEM-SET AND CAMEO BROOCH AND GOLD, PEARL AND DIAMOND BRACELET, 19TH CENTURY
Estimate
1,800 - 2,200 GBP
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Description
- PEARLS, DIAMONDS AND RUBIES
Comprising: a brooch centring on a carved agate cameo of Flora, the frame decorated with black enamel, set with oval rubies and circular-cut diamonds, circa 1860, later brooch fitting; together with a bracelet designed as a wide velvet band applied with a textured gold work clasp and plaque, set with pearls and rose-cut diamonds, circa 1820, length approximately 175mm.
Condition
Cameo: Cameo with nicks to edge and one chip to neck of carving. Rubies a medium purplish (pinkish) red, well matched, with typical inclusions visible with magnification, total weight estimated to be 3.00 - 3.50 carats. Estimated total diamond weight 0.70 - 0.80 carats, bright, lively stones. Some enamel damage repaired. Rotating safety catch.
Georgian Bracelet: pearls test as natural, diamonds bright. Could benefit from a careful professional clean. Jewels 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."