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TWO LADY'S GEM-SET AND GOLD EVENING BAGS, EARLY 20TH CENTURY
Estimate
4,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description
- 18 CARAT GOLD, RUBIES AND PERIDOTS
Comprising: a gold mesh bag to a chased frame of floral and foliate designs, accented with faceted peridots and rubies, to a fetter link chain, measurements approximately 145mm x 120mm, French assay marks; together with a bag of fine chevron mesh to a snake curb link chain, gold silk lining, measurements approximately 140mm x 125mm, numbered.
Condition
Gem-set bag: French assay marks for 18 carat gold. Peridots a light yellowish green, well matched in colour, nicks and abrasions. Rubies a moderately strong purplish (pinkish) red with typical inclusions visible with magnifications, nicks. Scratches to frame consistent with age and wear. Weighing approximately 304.4 grams.
Chevron bag: Stamped 750 and 18K for 18 carat gold, numbered 52510. Stamped Breveté for copyright and the initials S.C.D.G. Very fine mesh. Weighing approximately 207.7 grams. Both 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. 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."