An 18 Karat Gold, Enamel, Sapphire and Ruby Brooch, Verdura

designed as a salamander, the body applied with green enamel to resemble scales, accented by cabochon sapphires, completed by two sugarloaf cabochon ruby eyes, gross weight approximately 13 dwts, signed Verdura.

In very good condition. No enamel loss, and little to no wear to the gold. All sapphires are intact with no loss, but minor abrasions to the top of the cabochons. Sapphires are a medium blue hue and semi-translucent. The eyes set with rubies show a medium red hue and are moderately included. Signature appears on the underside the the tail end. Dimensions approximately 2 1/8 x 1 7/8 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.

A sketch for a frog brooch of similar design is illustrated in Patricia Corbett, Verdura: The Life and Work of a Master Jeweler, p. 199.