GE1205

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Lot 6
  • 6

Collection of five jewels

Estimate
7,500 - 11,500 CHF
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Description

  • gold, silver, diamond, ruby, seed pearl
Comprising: a brooch of demi-lune and arrow design, set with cushion-shaped and circular-cut diamonds of near colourless, and yellow and brown tint; a brooch of star design, set with circular-cut diamonds, detachable brooch fitting; a brooch of shell design set with a seed pearl and rose diamonds; a pendant designed as a Latin cross set with circular-cut and cushion-shaped diamonds, suspended from a fine link chain, length approximately 490mm, chain unillustrated; and a pendant set with a heart-shaped rose diamond within a border of calibré-cut rubies, suspended from a fine link chain, length approximately 475mm.

Condition

Rubies of Burmese origin cannot be imported into the US. This piece may contain rubies of Burmese origin and therefore may not be able to be imported into the US. Certification of non-Burmese origin will be required before import of rubies into the US. Please see our Important Notices and contact the jewellery department for further information. Cross, arrow and star brooches mounted in silver and gold. Diamonds estimated to weigh a total of approximately 13.00 - 14.00 carats, on average of H-J colour (few of yellow and brown tint) and VS-I clarity, including the heart-shaped diamond estimated to weigh approximately 2.00 carats, few chips and naturals, as gauged and graded in mounting, please note that the coloured diamonds have not been tested for natural colour. Rubies well matched in colour. Clasps secure, both with safety chains, arrow brooch with safety chain. Normal signs of wear to the metal, scratches and indentations consistent with age and wear. 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."