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GEM SET, CULTURED PEARL AND DIAMOND BRACELET
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
Composed of a line of cultured pearls flanked by collet-set pear-shaped cabochons of emerald, sapphire and ruby and brilliant-cut diamonds, length approximately 173mm, French assay marks and maker's mark for André Vassort.
Condition
French assay mark and stamped OR750 and 750 for 18 carat gold on clasp tongue. Clasp tongue with maker's mark CLM in lozenge, clasp with maker's mark AV with goat for André Vassort. Cultured pearls approximately 6.3 - 7.0mm diameter, white to cream body colour, some very pale pink, with green and rose overtones, some areas of unevenness and putting to nacre, some with slight areas of crazing. Emeralds green, rubies purplish red, sapphires blue, all transparent to translucent, with typical inclusions, some visible to the naked eye, some surface-reaching, some with some areas of very minor chipping and wear to surfaces. Diamonds bright and lively, estimated total diamond weight approximately 4.00 - 5.00 carats. Light scratches to surfaces consistent with wear. Links well-articulated, very slightly twisted when laid flat. Clasp closing securely, slightly stiff to open. Bracelet approximately 25mm at widest point. Gross weight approximately 62 grams. Overall in good condition.
"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."