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EMERALD AND DIAMOND BROOCH, EARLY 20TH CENTURY
Estimate
30,000 - 40,000 GBP
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Description
Claw-set with a mixed-cut emerald weighing approximately 9.57 carats, within a double border of collet-set circular-cut diamonds, French import assay mark, later brooch fitting with maker's mark.
Condition
Accompanied by report no. 79227-09 from GCS, stating that the emerald measuring approximately 17 x 15.4 x 5.4mm, and weighing approximately 10.5 carats is of Colombian origin, with evidence of minor clarity enhancement with oil. Brooch with French import assay mark for platinum, later brooch fitting stamped 750 with maker's mark M. Estimated total diamond weight approximately 15.00 - 17.00 carats, largest diamonds estimated to weigh approximately 1.20 carats, estimated to be I-K on average, SI - I clarity on average. Reverse of brooch with screw fittings implying interchangeable fittings. Later brooch fitting fixed with glue, with visible glue residue to reverse. Brooch fitting with additional jump ring allowing brooch to be worn as pendant. Brooch has been later rhodium plated. Dimensions approximately 43 x 36mm, gross weight approximately 22.1 grams. Case stamped Imhof s.a. Geneve,
"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 a gemmological report.