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Diamond brooch, monture Gübelin, 1950s
Estimate
45,000 - 72,000 CHF
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Description
- monture Gübelin
- palladium, gold, diamond
Of floral and foliate inspiration, set at the centre with a cushion-shaped diamond encircled with flowing lines of variously shaped stones, inscribed Monture Gübelin, maker's marks, separates into three brooches, additional brooch fitting.
Condition
Signed MONTURE DE GÜBELIN on floral diamond motif and to principle fitting; these and all other fittings with maker's marks for Gübelin; three diamond motifs stamped Palladium, two brooch fittings stamped OR 750 for 18 carat gold. Central cushion-shaped diamond measuring approximately 9.15 x 7.91 x 6.9(?)mm (depth mostly concealed), calculated to weigh approximately 3.80 carats; largest circular-cut diamond measuring approximately 9.17 x 9.20 x 5.32mm, calculated to weigh approximately 2.65 carats, as gauged in the mounting. Diamonds estimated to weigh a total of approximately 36.00 - 40.00 carats, of various colours and clarities, on average H-K colour (some L-M), VS-SI clarity (some I), as gauged and graded in the mounting. Separates into three separate brooches, each with its own brooch fitting; simple to dis- and reassemble. Signs of wear to the metal consistent with age and use. Total gross weight approximately 63 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."