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Emerald, tsavorite and diamond necklace, 'Ivy', Michele della Valle
Estimate
31,000 - 51,000 CHF
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Description
- Michele della Valle
- Tsavorites, emeralds, diamonds, gold
Of foliate design, designed as a line of leaves pavé-set with circular-cut tsavorites, the stems highlighted with brilliant-cut diamonds, alternating with gold motifs set with oval emeralds framed with brilliant-cut diamonds, length approximately 380mm, signed MdV for Michele della Valle, case stamped Michele della Valle.
Literature
Cf.: Michele della Valle, Michele della Valle, Jewels and Myths, Woodbridge, 2014, pgs. 228-229 for an illustration of this necklace.
Condition
Signed MdV for Michele della Valle, inscribed DWM. Stamped 750 for 18 carat gold, mounted in yellow gold. Tsavorites stated to weigh a total of approximately 30.00 - 35.00 carats, well matched in colour, green of medium saturation, with minor scratches. Emeralds stated to weigh a total of approximately 30.00 - 35.00 carats, well matched in colour, green of medium strong saturation, with typical inclusions, some surface reaching, minor abrasions and scratches. Diamonds bright and lively. Little signs of wear to the metal. Clasp secure, safety catch. In very good condition. Gross weight approximately 78 grams. Case stamped Michele della Valle.
"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.
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.
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."