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Fine gem-set and diamond brooch, Cartier, 1926
Estimate
46,000 - 75,000 CHF
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Description
- pearl, diamond, ruby, platinum
The brooch of buckle design set to the centre with a cluster of seed pearls, further set with buff top calibré-cut and cabochon sapphires, circular-cut coloured and colourless diamonds, French assay and partial maker's mark.
Condition
Stamped with French assay marks for platinum. Stamped with partly legible maker's mark. Seed pearls of various tints, good lustre, a few blemishes. Sapphires of medium colour saturation, overall well matched in colour. Diamonds estimated to weigh a total of approximately 6.20 carats, colourless diamonds estimated with G-H colour, VS-SI clarity, diamonds of yellow, greenish yellow, orangey yellow and brownish orange tints, VS-SI clarity, as gauged and graded in mounting. Signs of normal wear to the metal, scratches consistent with use and age, 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. 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
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. 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
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."