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RUBY, SAPPHIRE AND DIAMOND BROOCH, LATE 19TH CENTURY
Estimate
8,000 - 10,000 GBP
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Description
- RUBY, SAPPHIRE, DIAMOND
Designed as a winged insect, set with oval and cushion-shaped sapphires and rubies, circular-cut and rose diamonds, French assay marks, detachable brooch fitting, pendant loop, sprung hair fitting, fitted case, accompanied by a hand-written note from Queen Alexandra 'With all good wishes for every happiness to good luck from Alexandra'.
Condition
Mounted in silver and gold. French assay marks for 18 carat gold, scratched inventory number to edge . Principal cushion-shaped sapphire measuring approximately 9mm x 8mm x 4.75mm, calculated to weigh approximately 3.21 carats dark vivid blue, with remaining sapphires slightly lighter in tone. Rubies light purplish red, principal ruby with typical inclusions visible to naked eye and under magnification. Diamonds bright and lively, principal diamond approximately measuring approximately 0.65 carats. One leg a little bent. Pin fitting to reverse with safety catch. Scratches consistent with age and wear. 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."
Catalogue Note
The Hon. Margaret Dawnay (1880 - 1948) was maid of honour and Lady-in-Waiting to Queen Alexandra. By family tradition this and the Royal Commemorative pieces in the collection were gifts from Queen Alexandra to her Lady-in-Waiting, The Hon. Margaret Dawnay.