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Diamond pendant, Köchli, circa 1875
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 CHF
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Description
- gold, diamond
Set at the centre with a portrait of a lady in Imperial Russian Court dress wearing a kokochnik tiara and veil, the cross set with circular-cut and rose diamonds, glazed compartment to reverse containing a lock of hair, Russian assay and maker's marks for Köchli, brooch fitting to reverse, pendant fitting detachable.
Condition
Maker' mark F.K. on brooch fitting, French import mark for Nice on the pendant fitting. Brooch stamped 56 zolotnik for 14 carat gold, pendant fitting with French import mark for 14 carat gold. Brooch pin and hook detachable. The painting has faded and shows signs of exposure to moisture. Diamonds estimated to weigh a total of approximately 12.00 - 13.00 carats, on average of G-H colour and VS-SI clarity (few I), as gauged and graded in mounting. Signs of normal wear to the metal, scratches consistent with use. In good condition. Gross weight approximately 39 grams.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Please note that colour, clarity and weight of gemstones are statements of opinion only and not statements of fact by Sotheby's. We do not guarantee, and are not responsible for any certificate from a gemological laboratory that may accompany the property. We do not guarantee that watches are in working order. 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue, in particular to the Notice regarding the treatment and condition of gemstones and to the Notice regarding import of Burmese jadeite and rubies into the US.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Please note that colour, clarity and weight of gemstones are statements of opinion only and not statements of fact by Sotheby's. We do not guarantee, and are not responsible for any certificate from a gemological laboratory that may accompany the property. We do not guarantee that watches are in working order. 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue, in particular to the Notice regarding the treatment and condition of gemstones and to the Notice regarding import of Burmese jadeite and rubies into the US.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
Catalogue Note
It is likely that the portrait in this jewel depicts a member of the Russian Imperial Family.
Friedrich Köchli founded his company in St. Petersburg in 1874. The company specialised in gold cigarette cases and fine jewellery, and particularly in cabochon sapphire and diamond encrusted jewels.