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18 Karat Gold, Demantoid Garnet and Turquoise 'Berry' Brooch, Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
- gold, demantoid garnet, turquoise
Designed as a berry set with 40 oval-shaped demantoid garnets, topped by seven small oval-shaped turquoise cabochons, gross weight approximately 14 dwts, signed Tiffany Schlumberger.
Condition
In good condition. The lively demantoid garnets are a medium to medium deep slightly yellowish green, eye-clean to slightly included with several examples bearing some abrading to the facet junctions visible under magnification. The turquoises are a medium blue, with no visible matrix. Well-made and highly naturalistic. With a number 3 and a scratch number 673 on the top of the pinbridge. Accompanied by GIA report no. 1132135110 stating that one randomly tested stone is of the andradite garnet species and the demantoid variety. Please note that this brooch, designed as a berry, is illustrated on page 34 of the Tiffany & Co. Blue Book from 1968-1969, not page 84 as stated in the printed 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.
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.
Catalogue Note
Accompanied by GIA report no. 1132135110 stating that one randomly tested stone is of the andradite garnet species and the demantoid variety.
A 'berry' brooch of similar design is illustrated on page 34 of the Tiffany & Co. Blue Book from 1968-1969. This is also referenced in Bejewelled by Tiffany, 1837-1987, edited by Clare Philips, page 279.