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Lot 146
  • 146

GEM-SET BROOCH/PENDANT, early 19th century

Estimate
1,000 - 2,000 GBP
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Description

  • emerald, sapphire, gold.
Of open work floral design, collet-set to the centre with a step-cut emerald, within borders of oval sapphires of yellow and blue tints, hinged pendant fitting.

Condition

Stamped 750 for 18 carats yellow gold. Sapphires light blue, different saturations, natural inclusions such as fingerprints and crystals visible to naked eye and under magnification. Yellow sapphires light yellow, crystals and other natural inclusions visible to naked eye and under magnification. Emerald medium light green, natural inclusions, needles, visible to naked eye. Safety catch to pin. 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."