Lot 78
  • 78

Ruby and diamond demi-parure, Bulgari

Estimate
48,000 - 78,000 CHF
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Description

  • Bulgari
  • Rubies, diamonds, platinum, gold
Comprising: a brooch of flower spray design, the flowers set en tremblant with oval rubies, pear-shaped and brilliant-cut diamondsfurther highlighted with similarly cut, marquise-shaped, tapered baguette and baguette diamonds, and a pair of ear clips, each with Italian assay marks, signed Bulgari.

Literature

Cf.: Daniela Mascetti and Amanda Triossi, Bulgari, Milano, 1996, pgs. 76, 77 and 78, for illustrations of brooches of similar design by Bulgari.

Condition

Rubies of Burmese origin cannot be imported into the US. This piece may contain rubies of Burmese origin and therefore may not be able to be imported into the US. Certification of non-Burmese origin will be required before import of rubies into the US. Please see our Important Notices and contact the jewellery department for further information. Each piece signed Bulgari. Italian assay marks for platinum. Stamped OR for gold. Rubies red of medium strong saturation, with typical inclusions, some surface reaching, well matched in colour, in overall good condition, measuring from approximately 3.93 x 3.86 x 2.30mm to 4.96 x 4.08 x 2.68mm. Diamonds estimated to weigh a total of approximately 11.50 - 13.50 carats, on average G-I colour, VS-SI clarity, as gauged and graded in the mount. Signs of normal wear to the metal consistent with use. In very good condition. Total gross weight approximately 54 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.
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