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A Group of Jewelry
Estimate
2,200 - 2,500 USD
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Description
- gold, glass, enamel
comprising a gold bar brooch accented by four dancing bears, a gilt metal and paste brooch in the form of a bee hive and a gold elephant accented by gold diamonds Together with a gold link chain supporting a molded green glass pendant of floral design, the pendant signed Lalique and the chain signed Tiffany & Co. With a gold link bracelet supporting one teddy bear charm and one frog charm, length 6 in. With a gold thimble, a 14 karat gold champagne stirrer, signed Cartier, two gold charms, a gold loop pendant, a brooch in the form of a greyhound and a stickpin depicting a deer. 12 pieces.
Condition
All pieces in good condition unless stated otherwise, some exhibiting minor tarnish and scratching, commensurate with use. BEAR BROOCH: Gross weight approximately 13 dwts, tests as 18-karat gold. Dimensions approximately 2 1/8 inches by 1 inch. BEE HIVE BROOCH: Dimensions approximately 1 inch by 3/4 of an inch. ELEPHANT BROOCH: The 3 diamonds weigh .06 carat, and are approximately G-I color, VS clarity. Gross weight approximately 5 dwts, numbered "A77" on the reverse. Dimensions approximately 1 inch by 1 inch. GOLD CHAIN + PENDANT: Gold chain signed "Tiffany & Co." and pendant signed "Lalique." The chain is 18-karat gold, with gross weight approximately 9 dwts and length approximately 14 inches. With maker's mark on clasp. The green glass pendant is translucent, well-carved and intact. CHARM BRACELET: 14-karat gold, the bear displaying ruby eyes that are medium-deep slightly orangy red, the frog with rose-cut diamonds weighing approximately .20 carat and decorative in quality. Evidence of damage to the enamel and some enamel loss visible. Gross weight approximately 9 dwts, length approximately 7 inches. THIMBLE: Gross weight approximately 3 dwts, length approximately 3/4 of an inch. CHAMPAGNE STIRRER: Gross weight approximately 5 dwts, length approximately 3 inches. Engraved "RLL" on the charm. TWO GOLD CHARMS: Two 18-karat gold discs, one inscribed "good morning my darling," the other depicting a starfish on one side and a cross on the other. Gross weight approximately 10 dwts, diameter approximately 3/4 of an inch each. Both charms are tied together by a blue and yellow paper ribbon. LOOP PENDANT: Depicting a lion's head, gross weight approximately 4 dwts, inner circumference approximately 3 inches, diameter approximately 1 1/4 inches. GREYHOUND PIN: Gross weight approximately 5 dwts, length approximately 1 1/2 inches. STICKPIN: The reverse intaglio displays a deer head, pin with Austro-Hungarian marks. Gross weight approximately 2 dwts, length approximately 2 3/4 inches.
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.
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.