- 713
Emerald and diamond brooch, circa 1925
Estimate
30,000 - 50,000 CHF
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Description
Suspending two emerald drops each to fancy baguette diamond connections, supported by a geometric frame millegrain-set with circular-, single-cut and baguette diamonds, emerald pendants can be detached and worn on the pendent earrings sold as lot 720, in place of the pearl pendants.
Condition
See sergelifar.org for further information on the Fondation Serge Lifar.
Stamped PLAT for platinum. Emeralds with typical eye visible crystal inclusions, some are reaching the surface, few nicks and abrasions. Well matched in colour. Diamonds estimated to weigh approximately 6.50 carats, on average G-H colour, VS-SI clarity (one I), gauged and graded in mounting. Please note that the emerald pendants can be detached and worn on the pendent earrings sold as lot 720, in place of the pearl pendants. Safety catch. Signs of normal wear to the metal, scratches consistent with use, a few solder marks at the back. 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."
Catalogue Note
The emerald drops are thought to have been a gift to Countess Ahlefeldt-Laurvig from the future King of Nepal from his private collection. It was he who encouraged her passion for collecting Oriental artefacts.
See sergelifar.org for further information on the Fondation Serge Lifar.