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PAIR OF EMERALD AND SAPPHIRE INTAGLIO AND DIAMOND EARRINGS, MID 19TH CENTURY
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 GBP
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Description
Set with an octagonal step-cut sapphire weighing 3.48 carats carved with an intaglio of a crowned emperor, possibly Divus Augustus, and an emerald cabochon weighing 4.02 carats carved with an intaglio of a long haired figure in profile, possibly Apollo, each within a foliate scroll surround set with cushion-shaped and rose diamonds, hook fittings.
Condition
Sapphire measuring approximately 10.5 x 9.0 x 3.7mm, emerald measuring approximately 12.1 x 9.9 x 4.9mm. Emerald with surface-reaching fissures, sapphire with chip to one edge. Earring fittings in good working order. Earrings each approximately 23mm in length. Combined gross weight approximately 7.3 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
Cf.: Diana Scarisbrick ed., The Art of Gem Engraving from Alexander the Great to Napoleon III, Nishinippon Shinbun, 2008, pg. 264, no. 345, for an aquamarine carved with a comparable cameo of Augustus, wearing the pointed crown that conveys his shared lineage with Apollo, dated circa 1600.