Lot 1787
  • 1787

SAPPHIRE, RUBY AND DIAMOND BROOCH

Estimate
170,000 - 200,000 HKD
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Description

  • sapphire,ruby,diamond,gold
Modelled as a whimsical dragonfly, the abdomen set with a cushion-shaped sapphire weighing approximately 3.25 carats, to the thorax set with a cushion-shaped ruby weighing approximately 0.70 carat, the wings and head decorated by variously-cut diamonds, rubies and sapphires, the diamonds together weighing approximately 1.10 carats, mounted in 18 karat pink gold.

Condition

Colour and Clarity: According to GRS report, the sapphire is natural, of Cambodian origin, with no indication of thermal treatment. Please refer to the report for details. In our opinion, this sapphire is of saturated blue colour, eye clean. Other sapphires are of similar colour, eye clean. Rubies are of strong red colour, eye clean. Upon 10x loupe, there are some natural fingerprint and crystal inclusions, not seen to naked eyes. Condition: Karat gold mount, in good condition. IMPORTANT NOTICE: Please note that jadeite and rubies of Burmese origin and articles of jewellery containing jadeite or rubies of Burmese origin all less than 100 years old may not be imported into the US. The purchaser's inability to import any item into the U.S. or any other country as a result of these or other restrictions shall not justify cancellation or rescission of the sale or any delay in payment. Please check with the specialist department if you are uncertain as to whether a lot is subject to these import restrictions, or any other restrictions on importation or exportation.
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.

Catalogue Note

Accompanied by GRS report stating that the 3.25 carat sapphire is natural, with no indication of heating.