A Gold, Diamond and Colored Stone Butterfly Brooch

set with one triangle-shaped emerald, two pear-shaped rubies, 22 round sapphires and two cabochon sapphire eyes, further set with round near colorless and colored diamonds weighing approximately 17.00 carats.

In good condition. The triangular shaped emerald of is a lively bright green with eye-clean clarity. The two pear-shaped rubies are deep red, one is eye-clean and one is lightly included. The 22 round sapphires range from medium blue to dark blue ranging from eye-clean to moderately included. Further set with numerous round diamonds of near colorless, yellow, brown, blue-grey and pink hues of approximately VS-I clarity with a total carat weight of approximately 17.00 carats. There is moderate surface scratching to the gold, commensurate with wear. The pin is also slightly bent. Dimensions: 2 1/4 inches by 3 inches.
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.

Please note that the diamonds have not been tested for natural color.