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DIAMOND RING
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 CHF
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Description
Set with a cushion-shaped diamond weighing 8.77 carats, size 51.
Provenance
This diamond was one of two and was originally set in a pair of earrings belonging to Marie, Maréchale le Boeuf. The diamonds were then inherited by their daughter, Marguerite le Boeuf (1849-1923), who married Edouard d'Aubigny, Marquis d'Aubigny, general (1832-1912).
The pair of earrings was split for the granddaughters of the Marquis and Marquise d'Aubigny, and mounted as two rings.
Then by descent. Marie Dauche (1826-1909) married in 1848 Edmond le Boeuf, Maréchal le Boeuf, marshal of France (1809-1888). Edmond le Boeuf (or Leboeuf) became colonel in 1852, general of brigade in 1854 and general of division in 1857. During the Italian War of 1859 he commanded the artillery, and by his action at the battle of Solferino materially assisted in achieving the victory. In September 1866, having in the meantime become aide-de-camp to Napoleon III, he was dispatched to Venice to hand over that province to Victor Emmanuel. In 1869, on the death of Marshal Niel, General le Boeuf became minister of war, and earned public approbation by his vigorous reorganization of the War Office and the civil departments of the service. In the spring of 1870 he received the marshal's baton.
The pair of earrings was split for the granddaughters of the Marquis and Marquise d'Aubigny, and mounted as two rings.
Then by descent. Marie Dauche (1826-1909) married in 1848 Edmond le Boeuf, Maréchal le Boeuf, marshal of France (1809-1888). Edmond le Boeuf (or Leboeuf) became colonel in 1852, general of brigade in 1854 and general of division in 1857. During the Italian War of 1859 he commanded the artillery, and by his action at the battle of Solferino materially assisted in achieving the victory. In September 1866, having in the meantime become aide-de-camp to Napoleon III, he was dispatched to Venice to hand over that province to Victor Emmanuel. In 1869, on the death of Marshal Niel, General le Boeuf became minister of war, and earned public approbation by his vigorous reorganization of the War Office and the civil departments of the service. In the spring of 1870 he received the marshal's baton.
Condition
In our experts' opinion the cushion-shaped diamond, weighing 8.77 carats, measuring approximately 12.72 x 11.34 x 8.10mm, is of yellow tint, SI clarity, naturals and minor chips around the girdle. Scratches to the metal consistent with age and wear. In good condition. Gross weight approximately 6 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."