Diamond, Ruby and Emerald Ballerina Brooch

Designed as a ballerina, the skirt set with rose-cut diamonds of various shapes weighing approximately 11.30 carats, accented by round rubies and emeralds, further set with round diamonds weighing approximately 1.75 carats, one round diamond missing.

As noted, one small round diamond is missing from the ballerina's leg. The mounting in good condition with gentle surface wear; porosity to the soldering work where the ruby-set hair meets the pear-shaped diamond face (seen only on the reverse). The large rose-cut diamonds are approximately I-L color, SI-I clarity; the round diamonds are approximately H-I color, SI clarity. The medium to medium-deep slightly purplish red rubies are lightly to moderately included; the medium-deep green emeralds are moderately to heavily included.
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.

A brooch of almost identical design by Van Cleef & Arpels is illustrated in Van Cleef & Arpels, Editions Paris-Musees, page 37.