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PAIR OF EMERALD AND DIAMOND PENDANTS, SECOND HALF OF THE 19TH CENTURY
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 CHF
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Description
Each surmount set with a circular-cut diamond in a pinched collet, supporting a pendant set with an emerald drop on a rose and cushion-shaped diamond surmount, fitted case stamped Hübner.
Provenance
Formerly from the collection of Princess Isabelle de Croÿ, Archduchess Frédéric of Austria (1856-1931). "2 gros cabochons poires en émeraude surmontés d'un diamant. Héritage de ma mère".
[2 large pear shaped emerald cabochons with a diamond surmount. Inheritance from my mother].
Excerpt from the inventory of Archduchess Marie Anne of Austria, Princess Elie de Bourbon Parme
[2 large pear shaped emerald cabochons with a diamond surmount. Inheritance from my mother].
Excerpt from the inventory of Archduchess Marie Anne of Austria, Princess Elie de Bourbon Parme
Condition
Accompanied by SSEF report no. 93532, stating that the emeralds, measuring approximately 15.70 x 11.60 x 8.15mm, and 17.20 x 11.95 x 7.50mm respectively, estimated to weigh approximately 9.0 carats each, are of Colombian origin, with a moderate amount of oil in fissures. Emeralds green of medium strong saturation, with typical inclusions visible to the naked eye, some surface reaching, abrasions and nicks visible to the surface. Diamonds bright and lively. Scratches and tarnish to the metal consistent with age. In overall good condition. Total gross weight approximately 7 grams. Fitted case stamped HÜBNER WIEN, KOHLMARKT 2.
"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. 93532, stating that the emeralds are of Colombian origin, with a moderate amount of oil in fissures.