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Gem set and diamond demi-parure, 'Zip', Van Cleef & Arpels, 1950s
Estimate
50,000 - 65,000 CHF
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Description
- Van Cleef & Arpels
- sapphire, ruby, emerald, diamond, gold
Comprising: a necklace of zip design, set with circular-cut sapphires, rubies and emeralds, highlighted with brilliant-cut diamonds, inner circumference approximately 360mm, convertible into a bracelet length approximately 180mm, and a pair of ear clips, each piece signed Van Cleef & Arpels, numbered, French assay marks for gold, maker's mark.
Literature
Cf.: Evelyne Possémé, Van Cleef & Arpels, The Art of High Jewelry, Paris, Les Arts Décofatifs, 2012, pg. 160 for an illustration of a similar necklace.
Condition
Necklace/bracelet signed VAN CLEEF & ARPELS BREVETE S.G.D.G., numbered 65798, French assay marks for 18 carat gold, maker's mark for A. Pery et Cie, 7 bd Saint-Denis, 75003 Paris. Ear clips signed VAN CLEEF & ARPELS, numbered 2876.CS., French assay marks for 18 carat gold, maker's mark A. Pery et Cie, 7 bd Saint-Denis, 75003 Paris. Sapphires, rubies and emeralds well matched in colour, with typical inclusions visible under close inspection, some surface reaching, minor abrasions and nicks. Diamonds bright and lively. Scratches to the metal consistent with age and use. In good condition. Total gross weight approximately 132 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."