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18 Karat Gold and Gem-Set Bracelet and Ring, Zolotas
Estimate
2,500 - 3,500 USD
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Description
- Zolotas
- gold, ruby, sapphire
The twisted gold bracelet terminating in opposing ram's heads set with four round ruby eyes, gross weight approximately 39 dwts, internal circumference 6¼ inches, with maker's mark; the ring designed as a lion set with two round ruby eyes, the collar and body decorated with round rubies and sapphires, gross weight approximately 7 dwts, size 5¾, with maker's mark.
Condition
In good condition. BRACELET: The gold cables with a few spots of discoloration due to wear, these could be removed with a thorough cleaning. The ruby eyes are medium slightly purplish red, moderately included and bearing some chips. The bracelet opens with a hinge on the bottom. RING: The shank of the ring with some scratching due to wear. The ruby eyes are similar in color and quality to the ruby eyes in the bracelet. The sapphires are medium deep slightly violetish blue, moderately included with significant surface abrasions and a chip to the largest stone. The diamonds are approximately H-J color, VS-SI clarity.
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.