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EMERALD AND DIAMOND PARURE, MEISTER
Estimate
140,000 - 240,000 CHF
bidding is closed
Description
Comprising: a necklace pavé-set throughout with brilliant-cut diamonds, the front collet-set with a step-cut emerald weighing 2.75 carats, further enhanced with square-cut diamonds and calibré-cut emeralds, inner circumference approximately 390mm; a bracelet set with a similarly cut emerald weighing 4.14 carats, inner circumference approximately 180mm; and a pair of ear clips set with emeralds weighing 2.22 and 2.26 carats respectively, each signed Meister.
Condition
Accompanied by SSEF report no. 101471, stating that the step-cut emerald measuring approximately 11.20 x 8.70 x 3.70mm, stated to weigh 2.75 carats is of Colombian origin, with a minor amount of oil in fissures; report no. 101472, stating that the step-cut emerald measuring approximately 9.75 x 9.20 x 6.45mm, stated to weigh 4.14 carats is of Colombian origin, with a minor amount of oil in fissures; and report no. 101473, stating that the step-cut emeralds measuring approximately 7.55 x 7.30 x 5.75mm and 7.50 x 6.95 x 6.30mm, stated to weigh 2.22 and 2.26 carats, are of Colombian origin, with a minor amount of oil in fissures. Necklace and bracelet signed Meister, each piece with maker's mark for Meister, stamped 750 for 18 carat gold. Emeralds well matched in colour, green of medium strong saturation with typical inclusions, some minor abrasions. Diamonds stated to weigh a total of 118.86 carats, on average F colour, VVS clarity, as graded in the mount.Minor signs of wear to the metal. In very good condition. Total gross weight approximately 286 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."
Catalogue Note
Accompanied by SSEF report no. 101472, no. 101471 and no. 101473, each stating that the step-cut emeralds are of Colombian origin, with a minor amount of oil in fissures.