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A Platinum, Emerald and Diamond Brooch, Van Cleef & Arpels, New York, Circa 1965
Estimate
60,000 - 80,000 USD
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Description
- Van Cleef & Arpels
- platinum, emerald, diamond
designed as a flowerhead set in the center with a square emerald-cut emerald weighing 9.68 carats framed by round diamonds weighing approximately 13.45 carats, further set with 15 pear and 40 marquise-shaped diamonds weighing approximately 14.20 carats, signed VCA NY, numbered 36609; with signed box.
Condition
In good condition. The brooch is very bright and the stones are very lively. The diamonds are approximately E-F color, VVS-VS clarity. The emerald is a richly saturated, very slightly bluish-green, lightly included with minor cavities due to surface reaching inclusions. It is mounted in yellow gold. The signature is intact on the reverse but the number is slightly rubbed. Dimensions: 2 1/2 inches by 2 1/2 inches. Accompanied by AGL report no. CS 47620 stating that the emerald is of Colombian origin, clarity enhancement: faint, type: mixed-type.
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.
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 AGL report no. CS 47620 stating that the emerald is of Colombian origin, clarity enhancement: faint, type: mixed-type.