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A REDUCED-SIZE ORDER OF THE GOLDEN FLEECE FOR DRESS WEAR
Estimate
12,000 - 15,000 CHF
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Description
A ‘Collar’ and Badge in gold and enamels, early 19th Century, the Collar represented as a vertical chain of six doubled links divided by doubled enamelled flint elements and with fastener, the double-sided Fleece badge suspended from uniface enamelled flame and fire-steel suspension pendent from the chain, unsigned, of high quality workmanship, height 110mm, width at flames 25mm, moderate overall wear, in good very fine condition; together with a double-sided gold and enamel fire-steel suspension for a smaller miniature Golden Fleece, width 12mm, extremely fine; all housed in a contemporary velvet-lined red morocco and gilt fitted case with old riband and spaces for additional miniature pieces which are now lacking.
Provenance
Probably also Louis-Antoine de Bourbon, Duc d’Angoulême and Comte de Marnes (1775-1844), the eldest son of the future Charles X, who was invested as a Knight of the Order of the Golden Fleece in 1814. See also preceding lot.
Condition
Enamel overall in good condition, some minor loss. Silk sash with signs of wear. Scratches and tarnish to the metal consistent with age and normal wear. Overall in good condition. Total gross weight approximately 26 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."