- 138
TOURMALINE AND DIAMOND COLLAR, VAN CLEEF & ARPELS
Estimate
5,500 - 6,500 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- tourmalines, diamonds and gold
Set to the front with circular-cut pink tourmalines framed on either side with a line of brilliant-cut diamonds, one side hinged, inner circumference approximately 320mm, signed VCA and numbered, French assay and maker's marks, case.
Condition
Stamped with French maker's marks, French assay marks and 750 for 18 carat gold. Signed VCA, Numbered B4696 I1. Tourmalines a purplish pink with typical inclusions visible under magnification, some with surface reaching inclusions. Estimated total diamond weight approximately 0.30 - 0.40 carats, stones bright and lively. Hinged to one side, safety catch slightly loose, indentations and scratches near to safety catch. Slightly misshapen. Collar slightly discoloured, could benefit from a careful professional clean. Scratches to mount consistent with wear. Accompanied by case stamped Van Cleef & Arpels, 22 Place Vendôme, Paris. 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."