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COLLECTION OF FOUR GEM-SET BROOCHES, TIFFANY & CO
Estimate
3,000 - 4,000 GBP
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Description
- gold, ruby, diamond, sapphire
Comprising: an elephant and a rhino, their eyes each set with circular-cut sapphires, the elephant holding a brilliant-cut diamond, both stamped Tiffany & Co ©1996, Germany; a teddy bear holding a smaller bear, detachable, highlighted with circular-cut sapphires and a brilliant-cut diamond, stamped Tiffany & Co ©1989; a bear holding a flower, accented with circular-cut sapphires and a brilliant-cut diamond, signed Tiffany; together with another teddy bear brooch, the eyes set with circular-cut rubies and a brilliant-cut diamond, maker's mark, unsigned, part illustrated.
Condition
Rubies of Burmese origin cannot be imported into the US. This piece may contain a ruby of Burmese origin and therefore may not be able to be imported into the US. Certification of non-Burmese origin will be required before import of rubies into the US. Please see our Important Notices and contact the jewellery department for further information.
The elephant and the rhino signed Tiffany & Co © 1996, Germany, stamped 750 for 18 carat gold.
Teddy bear signed Tiffany & co © 1989, Germany 18k, for 18 carat gold. Detachable teddy bear pendant also stamped 18k for 18 carat gold.
Bear holding a flower signed Tiffany, 18k for 18 carat gold, scratched inventory number behind ear, 30506. Circular-cut Metal slightly discoloured under right arm.
Ruby and diamond teddy bear with maker's mark in shape of a G, stamped 18k for 18 carat gold. Rubies medium purplish red.
All sapphires dark blue, diamonds bright and lively. Apart from the teddy bear holding a flower all fitted with secure safety catches, some a little stiff. Some scratches consistent with wear but generally all 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."