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Rock crystal and sapphire bracelet, Van Cleef & Arpels, 1930s
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 CHF
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Description
- Van Cleef & Arpels
- Rock crystal, sapphire, metal
Composed of two lines of half-moon shaped rock crystal links, centering similarly shaped links set with calibré-cut sapphires, length approximately 180mm, signed Van Cleef & Arpels.
Literature
Cf.: Sarah D. Coffin, Set in Style, Jewelry of Van Cleef & Arpels, Smithsonian Institution, New York, 2011, pg. 52 for an illustration of a similar bracelet.
Condition
Signed VAN CLEEF & ARPELS, partial French assay mark. Sapphires well matched in colour, blue of strong saturation, with typical inclusions, minor abrasions. Rock crystal overall in good condition, minor abrasions chips, two links damaged, may benefit from the attention a jeweller. Scratches to the metal consistent with age an use. Clasp secure, safety hook. Gross weight approximately 53 grams.
"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."