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DIAMOND BROOCH, LATE 19TH CENTURY
Estimate
5,000 - 8,000 CHF
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Description
Of bow design, set with cushion-shaped, circular-cut and rose diamonds, brooch fitting detachable.
Provenance
Given to the Archduchess Marie Anne of Austria, Princess Elie of Bourbon-Parme (1882-1940), by her brother, Archduke Albert of Austria (1897-1955), on the occasion of her 17th birthday. “ Un écrin rouge écarlate (Schwarz und Steiner) petit nœud en diamants.
Cadeau de mon frère pour mes 17 ans (Nœud pour l’ordre de la croix étoilée) ”.
[A scarlet red case (Schwarz und Steiner) small diamond bow.
Gifted by my brother for my seventeen birthday (Bow for the Order of the Starry Cross)].
Excerpt from the inventory of Archduchess Marie Anne of Austria, Princess Elie de Bourbon Parme
Cadeau de mon frère pour mes 17 ans (Nœud pour l’ordre de la croix étoilée) ”.
[A scarlet red case (Schwarz und Steiner) small diamond bow.
Gifted by my brother for my seventeen birthday (Bow for the Order of the Starry Cross)].
Excerpt from the inventory of Archduchess Marie Anne of Austria, Princess Elie de Bourbon Parme
Condition
Diamonds estimated to weigh a total of approximately 10.00 - 12.00 carats, on average H-J colour, VS-SI clarity, the central diamond I clarity, included, as gauged and graded in the mount. Scratches to the metal consistent with age and use. Clasp secure. In good condition. Gross weight approximately 18 grams. Brooch fitting detachable.
"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."