- 1471
EMERALD, DIAMOND AND RUBY WATCH-BANGLE, CHARA WEN
Estimate
700,000 - 900,000 HKD
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Description
- emerald, diamond, white gold, ruby
The case modelled as an orchid flowerhead centring on a heart-shaped emerald weighing 4.87 carats, pavé-set with brilliant-cut diamonds and circular-cut emeralds, petal rotated to reveal the circular diamond-set dial, the bangle accented by a heart-shaped cabochon ruby and numerous circular-cut emeralds and diamonds, the diamonds and emeralds together weighing approximately 37.00 and 19.50 carats respectively, mounted in 18 karat white gold, quartz movement, water-resistant, dial, buckle and caseback signed, caseback also numbered CD0020, inner circumference approximately 150mm.
Condition
Colour and Clarity: According to GRS report, the heart-shaped emerald is natural, of Colombian origin, with indications of minor clarity enhancement. Please refer to the report for details. In our opinion, the emerald is of bright, intense green colour, eye clean. Upon 10x loupe, there are typical natural inclusions and a few surface pits, not noticeable to naked eyes. Other tiny emeralds are of similar colour and clarity, with lively brilliance. Diamonds are about F to G colours, VS clarity. One tiny heart-shaped ruby, of strong red hue, eye clean. Signed to the case back. Condition: Quartz movement, in working order while cataloguing. Karat white gold mount, in very 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. 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 a GRS report numbered GRS2011-061983, dated 27 June 2011, stating that the 4.87 carat emerald is natural, of Colombian origin, with minor clarity enhancement; also accompanied by a signed box.
GIFT OF LOVE
Every piece of jewellery in itself is a creation bearing the kindest affection and sincere wishes; it is a ‘Gift of Love’. This is the concept behind each unique art piece meticulously crafted by designer Wen Wan Xin, founder and artistic director of Chara Wen Jewelry. Her works are always embedded with a heart-shaped Burmese ruby cabochon, sometimes immediately visible, other times hidden, to symbolize ‘love and joy’, which is also the meaning of ‘Chara’.
GIFT OF LOVE
Every piece of jewellery in itself is a creation bearing the kindest affection and sincere wishes; it is a ‘Gift of Love’. This is the concept behind each unique art piece meticulously crafted by designer Wen Wan Xin, founder and artistic director of Chara Wen Jewelry. Her works are always embedded with a heart-shaped Burmese ruby cabochon, sometimes immediately visible, other times hidden, to symbolize ‘love and joy’, which is also the meaning of ‘Chara’.