- 1044
Tsavorite, purple sapphire and diamond brooch, 'Orchid', Michele della Valle
Estimate
8,500 - 12,500 CHF
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Description
- Michele della Valle
- Tsavorites, purple sapphires, diamonds, gold, titanium
Designed as a bouquet of orchids, the petals set with circular-cut purple sapphires and brilliant-cut diamonds, supported by a bow and leaves set with circular-cut tsavorites, signed Michele della Valle, pouch stamped Michele della Valle.
Condition
Signed Michele della Valle. Stamped Au 750 + Titanium for 18 carat gold and titanium. Tsavorites and purple sapphires well matched in colour, with minor scratches and abrasions. Diamonds stated to weigh a total of approximately 5.50 - 6.50 carats, on average G-H colour, VS-SI clarity, as graded in the mount. No signs of wear to the metal. Clasp secure, sliding safety catch. In like-new condition. Gross weight approximately 46 grams. Pouch 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."