Lot 94
  • 94

Diamond jabot pin, Michele della Valle

Estimate
6,000 - 9,000 CHF
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Description

  • Michele della Valle
  • gold, diamond
Designed as a dog looking out at the moon, the dog pavé-set with brilliant-cut diamonds of brown and near colourless tint, the moon set with similarly cut near colourless diamonds, signed MdV, numbered, Italian maker's mark, pouch stamped Michele della Valle.

Condition

Signed MdV and numbered 140740 on reverse of jewel, maker's marks on both jewel and pin. Stamped 750 for 18 carat gold. Diamonds bright and lively. Signs of little wear to the metal. Condition as new. Total gross weight approximately 15 grams. Please note that the diamonds of brown tint have not been tested for natural colour.
"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."