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IMPORTANT DIAMOND AND ROCK CRYSTAL SAUTOIR, CHAUMET, 1929
Estimate
300,000 - 500,000 CHF
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Description
Composed of rock crystal links, alternating with circular-cut diamond set motifs; length approximately 1,010mm, French assay mark for gold, can be separated into six segments and be worn as bracelets, necklace, brooch, accompanied by a brooch fitting, two screw drivers and an additional triangular diamond set link, case stamped J Chaumet.
Provenance
Formerly in the collection of Comtesse Molitor
Exhibited
Chaumet in Majesty, Jewels of Sovereigns Since 1780, Monaco, 12 July - 28 August 2019
Literature
Cf.: Chaumet in Majesty, Jewels of Sovereigns Since 1780, Monaco, 2019, pg. 269 for an illustration of the sautoir.
Condition
Accompanied by a Chaumet Extraite de Compte & Balance de Pierres, dated 24 April 1929. French assay marks for 18 carat gold. Diamonds stated to weigh a total of approximately 113.57 carats, on average H-I colour, SI-I clarity, included. Some minor scratches to the rock crystal. In good condition. Total gross weight approximately 142 grams. Case stamped J Chaumet.
"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 Chaumet Extrait de Compte & Balance des Pierres, dated 24 April 1929.