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PAIR OF GEM-SET EARRINGS AND RING, LALAOUNIS AND A BRACELET
Estimate
2,500 - 3,500 GBP
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Description
- GOLD, DIAMONDS, RUBIES
Comprising : a pair of ear clips each designed as mythical beasts with a lions head, their curling bodies decorated with twisted wire, highlighted with circular-cut rubies and rose diamonds, signed Lalaounis; a ring of hammered texture with bead decoration to the shoulders, size M, signed Ilias Lalaounis and a fancy link bracelet, supporting four Greek coin charms, length approximately 208mm, French assay marks.
Condition
Potential bidders who intend to export this lot are advised that permits may be required for import in certain countries. If you are interested in this lot please contact the Jewellery Department before bidding.
Bracelet: weighing approximately 163.2 grams. Stamped with French assay marks for 18 carat gold. Four Greek gold coins, comprising: two staters of Philip II of Macedon, one Alexander the Great and the City of Carthage (4th -3rd Century B.C.) Clasp with safety catch secure. Rope detailing on one link loose, could benefit from attention from a professional jeweller.
Ring: weighing approximately 9.1grams. Stamped with maker's mark and 750 for 18carat gold. Part of ring slightly bent.
Earrings: Weighing approximately 27.5grams. Stamped with maker's mark and 18 for 18 carat gold. Rubies medium purplish red, one ruby chipped. Slight scratches to pieces consistent with wear, could benefit from a careful clean. 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."