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Sapphire, turquoise and diamond demi-parure, Boucheron, 1960s
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
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Description
- Boucheron
- Turquoise, sapphire, diamond, gold
Comprising: a brooch of floral design, set with sapphire and turquoise cabochons and brilliant-cut diamonds, signed Boucheron, French assay and maker's marks, British import marks, and a pair of ear clips of similar design, signed Boucheron, case stamped Boucheron.
Condition
Each ear clip signed BOUCHERON. Brooch fitting signed BOUCHERON, MADE IN FRANCE, French assay marks and 18.750 for 18 carat gold and with maker's mark. Reverse of brooch stamped BMC Co 18.750 and with London import mark's. Stem stamped with French assay and maker's mark. Brooch clasp appears slightly bent. Ear clips with good tension. Diamonds bright and lively, estimated total diamond weight approximately 1.15-1.25 carats, estimated clarity VS/SI. Turquoise with colour variations, a few stones with crazing, minor chips to edges and very light surface wear. Sapphire mid/dark blue, typical inclusions visible under magnification and surface reaching, some are worn and some with fractures. One ear clips with some yellow solder visible to reverse. Some areas of light discolouration to metal and light scratches. Overall condition good.
"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."