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Diamond brooch, Mellerio dits Meller, Late 19th Century
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
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Description
- silver, gold, diamond
Designed as a floral spray of Cattleya Orchids set en tremblant, set with cushion-shaped, circular-cut and rose diamonds, three flower head jewels detach, can be worn with accompanying sprung hair and brooch fittings, French assay and maker's marks, fitted case Mellerio dits Meller.
Condition
Stamped with French assay marks for 18 carat gold. Maker's marks for Mellerio dits Meller. Estimated total diamond weight approximately 6.00-7.00 carats, mixed colours and clarities, stones bright and lively . Accompanied by three brooch and three hair fittings and screwdriver. Flowers move very well. Abrasions to mount consistent with age and wear. In good condition. Accompanied by fitted case signed Mellerio dits Meller, Fabricants, 9 Rue de la Paix, Paris, Madrid et Biarritz, the cover stamped with the initials J.L.
"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
Mellerio dits Meller is the oldest family-run business in Europe, since its creation in 1615 the business has passed through fourteen generations. With a legacy of eminent clients such as Marie Antoinette and Empress Josephine, the brand is renowned for its refined elegance.