18 Karat Gold, Ruby, Emerald and Diamond Brooch, Van Cleef & Arpels, France

The fanciful perched bird set with round rubies weighing approximately 2.90 carats, accented by 36 round emeralds, further set with single-cut diamonds weighing approximately 1.00 carat, signed Van Cleef & Arpels, Made in France, numbered 4672231, with French import marks. With signed box.

In good condition, with some very minor discoloration to the gold on the reverse. The diamonds are approximately G-H color, VS-SI clarity with some I clarity examples. The emeralds are a medium-deep slightly bluish green, moderately to heavily included with several bearing surface-reaching inclusions or chips. The rubies are a medium purplish red, slightly to moderately included with several bearing surface-reaching inclusions or abrading to the facet junctions. Well made and whimsical.
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.
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