Lot 1729
  • 1729

AN UNUSUAL OPAL, GEM SET AND DIAMOND BANGLE, WALLACE CHAN

Estimate
1,200,000 - 1,600,000 HKD
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Description

  • Wallace Chan
  • diamond, garnet, opal, titanium, gold
Of interwoven organic design, set with a cabochon opal weighing approximately 101.52 carats, decorated with brilliant-cut diamonds of brown, yellow and near colourless tint and circular-cut tsavorite garnets, the reverse hinge set with unpolished rough diamonds of various tints, mounted in titanium and 18 karat yellow gold, inner circumference approximately 140mm, signed Wallace Chan. One tsavorite garnet deficient.

Condition

Signed Wallace Chan, inscribed Ti for titanium, 750 for 18 karat yellow gold and opal.101.52 referring to the opal weight. Opal is of white colour and semi-transparent, with strong play of colour phenomenon. Tsavorite garnets estimated to weigh approximately 7.00 to 8.00 carats in total, are light to medium green colour of weak to strong saturation, mostly loupe clean. Diamonds estimated to weigh approximately 4.00 to 5.00 carats in total are of brown, yellow and near colourless tint. Rough diamonds, unpolished, of various brown, yellow to near colourless tints, with drill holes only noticeable under 10X magnification. One tsavorite garnet deficient. Metal overall in very 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. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. 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. Illustrations in the catalogue may not be actual size. Prospective purchasers are reminded that, unless the catalogue description specifically states that a stone is natural, we have assumed that some form of treatment may have been used and that such treatment may not be permanent. Our presale estimates reflect this assumption.Certificates of Authenticity: Various manufacturers may not issue certificates of authenticity upon request. Sotheby's is not under an obligation to furnish the purchaser with a certificate of authenticity from the manufacturer at any time. Unless the requirements for a rescission of the sale under the Terms of Guarantee are satisfied, the failure of a manufacturer to issue a certificate will not constitute grounds to rescind the sale. Gemological Certificates and Reports: References in the catalogue descriptions to certificates or reports issued by gemological laboratories are provided only for the information of bidders, and Sotheby's does not guarantee and accepts no responsibility for the accuracy, terms or information contained in such certificates or reports. Please also note that laboratories may differ in their assessment of a gemstone (including its origin and presence, type and extent of treatments) and their certificates or reports may contain different results.NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.

Catalogue Note

Please note that the diamonds of various tints have not been tested for natural colour origin.