Lot 2
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Sapphire and gold demi-parure, 'Pont', circa 1940, Mauboussin

Estimate
8,000 - 10,000 CHF
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Description

  • mauboussin
  • Gold and Sapphire
Comprising: a bracelet composed of an articulated band highlighted with calibré-cut sapphires, length approximately 230mm, unsigned, and a ring, size 47, signed Mauboussin, both numbered, French assay and maker's marks.

Literature

Cf.: Marguerite de Cerval, Mauboussin, Paris, 1992, pgs. 165 and 172 for illustrations of similar bracelet and ring.

Condition

Ring signed Mauboussin Paris, numbered 0813 and 03215. Bracelet with maker's mark, numbered 772. Bracelet stamped with French assay marks for 18 carat gold, mounted in pink gold. Sapphires well matched in colour, of medium blue saturation, some small nicks and abrasions. Clasp secure, safety catches on either side. Signs of normal wear to the metal, scratches consistent with use, ring with evidence of resizing. In good condition. Total gross weight approximately 88 grams.
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