黃金鑲紅寶石、鑽石及珍珠別針, VERDURA

· 中央鑲1枚西班牙8埃斯庫多金幣
· 金幣銘菲力五世頭像，紀年1731
· 飾皇冠及蝴蝶結
· 鑲橢圓形蛋面紅寶石及多顆小顆珍珠
· 鑲鑽石，共重約1.00卡拉
· 總重量約 23 dwts
· 附Verdura 品牌刻名
· 約1940年

*拍品資料以英文為主，中文翻譯僅供參考

In good condition overall with some evidence of scratching to the coin, commensurate with age. The rubies display a medium to medium-deep slightly pinkish red, moderately to heavily included with examples of surface-reaching inclusions and cavities throughout, visible under close inspection. The diamonds are approximately G-I color, predominantly VS clarity. The off-round seed pearls have a silvery white body color with moderate rose and green overtones, fair to good luster, and minor blemishing in the form of pitting and wrinkled skins. Signed on the reverse, gross weight approximately 23 dwts. Dimensions approximately 2 1/4 by 1 1/2 inches. Please note the pearls have not been tested for natural origin.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. 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. Illustrations in the catalogue may not be actual size. Prospective purchasers are reminded that, unless the catalogue description specifically states that a stone is natural, we have assumed that some form of treatment may have been used and that such treatment may not be permanent. Our presale estimates reflect this assumption.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.

Verdura's interest in turning coins into jeweled objects stems from their status as a 'universal lucky charm' for a variety of ancient cultures. These bespoke pieces were typically derived from a coin supplied by the client, and then accented and framed by an array of gemstones and flourishes. For additional information please see Patricia Corbett, Verdura: The Life and Work of a Master Jeweler, p. 132.

Please note the pearls have not been tested for natural origin.