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JADEITE, GEM SET AND DIAMOND BROOCH, LACLOCHE FRÈRES, CIRCA 1925
Estimate
18,000 - 22,000 GBP
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Description
- Lacloche
Designed in the Egyptian revival style, of elliptical outline pavé-set with circular- and single-cut diamonds, the central section highlighted with buff-topped calibré-cut rubies and onyx arranged as a bird with wings outstretched between a pair of stylised lotus motifs, bordered with similarly cut onyx and emeralds, each end set with a ring of polished jadeite, signed Lacloche Frères, numbered, French assay mark.
Condition
Signed Lacloche Frères Paris, numbered 6601, stamped with French assay mark for platinum. Jadeite in good condition, translucent to opaque, rings rotating in mount. Estimated total diamond weight approximately 4.50 - 5.50 carats. Onyx, ruby and emeralds in good condition, some with surface-reaching inclusions. Reverse of top left of central section of brooch with evidence of minor solder repair, with traces of lead solder remaining, not visible from the front. Overall dimensions approximaetely 72 x 28mm, gross weight approximately 28.8 grams. Overall in good condition. Case stamped D. Goodman Wolverhampton.
"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."