L13051

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Lot 92
  • 92

Collection of gem set and diamond jewels

Estimate
5,000 - 8,000 GBP
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Description

  • sapphire, emerald, diamond, metal, beryl
Comprising: a necklace millegrain-set with circular- and single-cut diamonds and accented with step-cut beryls, to baton linking, length approximately 400mm;  a brooch millegrain-set with a cushion-shaped sapphire, calibré-cut emeralds, circular-, single-cut and rose diamonds, two small emeralds deficient; and a pair of diamond brooches of floral design, set with circular- and single-cut diamonds.

Condition

Necklace: stamped 585 for 14 carat gold. Signed RMU. Central beryl measuring approximately 9.3 x 10.7 x 5.7mm, calculated to weigh approximately 3.80 carats, as gauged in mounting. Beryls of light bluish green/greenish blue, loupe clean. Estimated total diamond weight approximately 0.70 - 0.90 carats. Clasp secure; safety catch. Gem-set brooch: sapphire measuring approximately 6.8 x 5.8 x 3.9mm, calculated to weigh approximately 1.45 carats, dark blue, typical inclusions visible under magnification, one scratch to table facet. Emeralds light green, two stones deficient. Estimated total diamond weight approximately 0.50 - 0.70 carats. Lead solder visible to reverse. Diamond brooches: possibly later rhodium plated. Estimated total diamond weight approximately 2.80 - 3.20 carats. All diamonds of varying colours and clarities. Accompanied by two boxes stamped W. Lameyer & Sohn, Hannover.
"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."