Lot 341
  • 341

Suite of 18 Karat Gold, Smoky Quartz and Tiger's Eye Jewelry, Tony Duquette

Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
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Description

  • TONY DUQUETTE
  • gold, smoky quartz, tigers eye
Comprising a necklace, brooch and a pair of earclips set with 33 round and oval-shaped smoky quartzes weighing approximately 360.00 carats, within frames composed of tiger's eye, necklace length 17½ inches, all pieces signed Tony Duquette; the brooch fitted with pendant hook and may be attached to the necklace.

Condition

In good condition. NECKLACE: The tiger's-eye quartz surrounds cracked on necklace on two links, otherwise no loss or damage to the setting has been seen; tiger's-eye display strong chatoyancy effect. Center bottom quartz link has female clasp interior for the addition of the brooch to be worn as a pendant. BROOCH and EARRINGS: The tiger's-eye quartz display strong chatoyancy effect. Earring length approximately 1 3/4 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.