Lot 48
  • 48

Emerald, green garnet and diamond brooch, 'Paris', Michele della Valle

Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 CHF
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Description

  • Michele della Valle
  • emerald, green garnet, diamonds
The Parisian scenery set with circular-cut emeralds and green garnets and brilliant-cut and baguette diamonds, signed Michele della Valle, Italian assay mark for gold and maker's mark.

Condition

Signed MICHELE DELLA VALLE, Italian assay marks for 18 carat gold and maker's mark for Michele della Valle. Green garnets and emeralds well matched in colour, some with typical inclusions, minor abrasions. Diamonds estimated to weigh a total of approximately 2.00 - 2.50 carats, on average G-H colour, VS clarity, as gauged and graded in the mount. Very minor evidence of wear to the metal. In very good condition. Gross weight approximately 19 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."