Lot 23
  • 23

18 Karat White Gold, Spessartite Garnet, Diamond and Tourmaline Brooch, Bulgari

Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
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Description

  • Bulgari
  • white gold, fire opal, diamond, tourmaline
Designed as a giraffe centering an oval-shaped cabochon spessartite garnet weighing approximately 36.50 carats, accented by round diamonds weighing approximately 5.75 carats, completed by 24 buff-topped green tourmaline 'spots,' signed Bulgari, numbered C3835.

Condition

In very good condition. Brooch mounting shows very little wear, and in very good condition. The translucent spessartite garnet displays a medium light slightly yellowish orange hue. Tourmalines display a medium yellowish green hue and are predominantly eye-clean. Diamonds are approximately F-G color, and VS clarity. Length 2 1/2 inches. Please note the center stone is a spessartite garnet, not a fire opal 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.