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Multi-Colored 15 Karat Gold Bracelet, A. J. Hedges & Co., Newark, New Jersey
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- gold, diamond, sapphire
The textured tri-color gold links joined by pinhead nails, set with one old European-cut diamond and two small round sapphires, gross weight approximately 16 dwts, length 7½ inches, with maker's mark for A.J. Hedges & Co.; circa 1879-1890.
Condition
In good condition. The sapphires are deep, slightly violetish blue and lightly included. The diamond is approximately I-J color, SI clarity. The clasp fitted with a safety chain. For a brief biography on this jeweler please refer to page 170 of "The Names Behind the Jewelry" by Janet Zapata.
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
For another example of this bracelet see The Glitter & The Gold: Fashioning America's Jewelry by the Newark Museum, page 76, no. 106.