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Emerald and diamond brooch
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 CHF
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Description
- emerald, diamond, gold and silver
Designed as a bar brooch, collet-set with a step-cut emerald between circular-cut diamonds.
Condition
Accompanied by SSEF report no. 72998, stating that the emerald weighing approximately 3.3 carats, measuring approximately 10.60 x 8.50 x 5.20mm, is of Colombian origin, with a minor amount of oil in fissures.
Stamped Ag 925 for silver and 750 for 18 carat gold. The emerald, of medium strong saturation, with typical inclusions, some surface reaching and a few minor nicks and abrasions. Diamonds measuring approximately 9.25 x 9.10 x 5.90mm and 8.36 x 8.45 x 5.45mm, calculated to weight approximately 3.05 and 2.40 carats respectively, as gauged in collet-settings, are in our experts' opinion M+ colour and VS2-SI1 clarity, as graded in collet-settings. Signs of wear to the metal consistent with age and use, minor nicks and tarnish. In good condition. Pin fitting could benefit from the addition of a safety catch. Gross weight approximately 8 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."