Group of 18 Karat Gold, Enamel and Diamond Jewelry, Circa 1840

Including a bracelet set with old mine and rose-cut diamonds, applied with blue enamel, internal circumference 6½ inches; a chain composed of gold links applied with blue enamel, and seed pearls measuring approximately 3.3 to 2.5 mm., length 24½ inches, fitted with a pendant loop; a ring set with old mine and rose-cut diamonds, applied with blue enamel, size 6; a brooch set with old mine and rose-cut diamonds, applied with blue enamel, fitted with a pendant hook, pinstem deficient, later French import mark (1893-1984); a chatelaine set with old mine and rose-cut diamonds, applied with blue enamel, fitted with three attachment hooks and a pendant loop, later French import marks (1893-1984); and a pocketwatch with an openface circular dial with Roman numerals, the reverse set with old mine and rose-cut diamonds and applied with blue enamel, key-wound movement, key deficient, later French import marks (1893-1984), the total diamond weight approximately 5.85 carats, gross weight approximately 89 dwts.

Group consists of: BRACELET; Minor loss to enamelling, diamonds are decorative quality, fitted with a safety chain, currently broken. CHAIN; the enamelling is intact, pearls are waxy silver white color, fitted with a small spring ring clasp. RING: significant damage and loss to the enamel and signs of previous enamel repair. Diamonds are decorative. BROOCH: Enamelling intact, diamonds decorative, pin stem broken off near hinge. CHATELAINE: A few gouges in the enamel, diamonds decorative. POCKETWATCH: The pocketwatch not currently running, item should be considered an ornament rather than a working timepiece, corette engraved 'echappement a Cylindre, Dix Trous en Rubis'. Scratching to the enamel, diamonds are decorative. See Important Notice Regarding Condition of Watches on page 204 of the catalogue. All pieces in good condition unless noted otherwise.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. 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. Illustrations in the catalogue may not be actual size. Prospective purchasers are reminded that, unless the catalogue description specifically states that a stone is natural, we have assumed that some form of treatment may have been used and that such treatment may not be permanent. Our presale estimates reflect this assumption.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.