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EMERALD AND DIAMOND BROOCH, LATE 19TH CENTURY COMPOSITE
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
Claw-set with a step-cut emerald weighing 7.17 carats, to a mount of scroll design millegrain-set with circular-cut diamonds.
Provenance
Mounted as part of a tiara, in the collection of Annie Pearson, née Cass, 1st Viscountess Cowdray (1860-1932)
Agnes Beryl Pearson, née Spencer Churchill, 2nd Viscountess Cowdray (1881-1948)
Hon. Daisy Yoskyl Consuelo Pearson (1906 - 1979)
Thence by descent to her daughter (illustrated wearing it), who subsequently had the emeralds removed from the tiara, distributing them within the family.
Agnes Beryl Pearson, née Spencer Churchill, 2nd Viscountess Cowdray (1881-1948)
Hon. Daisy Yoskyl Consuelo Pearson (1906 - 1979)
Thence by descent to her daughter (illustrated wearing it), who subsequently had the emeralds removed from the tiara, distributing them within the family.
Condition
Accompanied by SSEF report no. 104993, stating that the emerald is of Colombian origin, with indications of moderate clarity enhancement with oil. Emerald measuring approximately 12.08 x 11.55 x 7.57mm, weighing 7.177 carats, some surface-reaching inclusions with some very minor resulting chips. Esimated total diamond weight approximately 1.40 - 1.80 carats. Overall dimensions approximately 29 x 25mm, gross weight approximately 8.0 grams. Overall in good condition.
"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. 104993, stating that the emerald is of Colombian origin, with indications of moderate clarity enhancement with oil.