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Platinum, Diamond, Amethyst, Emerald and Onyx Jabot Pin, Janesich, France
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 USD
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Description
- Janesich
- platinum, diamond, amethyst, emerald, onyx, diamond
The terminals designed as dueling roosters set with calibré-cut emerald and onyx plumage, the combs and wattles set with buff-top amethysts, further set with numerous rose and single-cut diamonds weighing approximately 2.55 carats, signed Janesich, numbered 7043, with French assay marks; circa 1925.
Literature
Le Prix des Bijoux, International Jewelry Auction by Françoise Cailles, page 369.
The Jeweled Menagerie: The World of Animals in Gems, by Suzanne Tennenbaum and Janet Zapata, pages 90-91.
Condition
In good condition and exhibiting nice detailing throughout. The diamonds are approximately G-H color, predominantly VS clarity. The amethysts are medium purple and lightly included. The calibré-cut emeralds are medium to medium-light slightly bluish green and moderately to heavily included. The onyx is in good condition and ranges from black to colorless, mimicking the natural variation of color found in feathers. Signed on one of the edges and numbered on the reverse. Length of pin approximately 3 1/4 inches.
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.