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Pearl and diamond brooch, late 19th century
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 CHF
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Description
- Silver, gold, natural pearl, diamond
Of open work trefoil design, set at the centre with a natural pearl of purplish-grey tint, the leaves and stem highlighted with pinched collet-set circular- and single-cut diamonds, and three drop-shaped natural pearls, brooch fitting detachable.
Condition
Mounted in silver topped gold. According to the SSEF report, the central pearl measuring 9.73 x 9.88 x 9.12mm, of brown body colour with purple overtones, with no indications of artificial colour modifications. The light cream pearls measuring 5.75 x 5.80 x 6.75mm and 5.50 x 5.60 x 6.35mm respectively. The slightly cream pearl measuring 6.15 x 6.20 x 6.95mm, with rosé and green overtones. All with overall good skin, one with blemish to reverse, one with growth mark to reverse. Diamonds estimated to weigh a total of approximately 4.50-5.50 carats, mixed colours and clarities, the majority H-J colour, VS-SI, as gauged and graded in mounting. Signs of normal wear to the metal, scratches consistent with age and use. 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."