Lot 1605
- 1605
YELLOW DIAMOND AND DIAMOND 'FLOWER' RING, VAN CLEEF & ARPELS, AND 18 KARAT YELLOW GOLD 'KOALA BEAR' BROOCH, CARTIER
Estimate
60,000 - 90,000 HKD
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Description
- coloured diamond, diamond, wood and gold
The ring modelled as a sunflower, the petals pavé-set with brilliant-cut yellow diamonds, to a brilliant-cut diamond-set centre, mounted in 18 karat white and yellow gold, detachable ring guard fitting, signed and numbered 4347.C.S; and a brooch modelled as two koala bears in polished gold, accented by black onyx-set noses, resting on a wooden branch, mounted in 18 karat yellow gold, signed and numbered 850677. (2)
Condition
Colour and Clarity: In our opinion, the colourless diamonds on "flower" ring are about F to G colours, VVS to VS clarity. Other coloured diamonds are medium to strong and deep yellow colours, VS clarity. Both ring and brooch are signed and numbered, with French assay marks.
Condition: Onyx and wood on the "Koala Bear" brooch are in good condition. The diamond-set "flower" is detachable and can be worn as a separate brooch. Signs of wear and scratches to the karat gold mounts, overall both the ring and brooch are 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. 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.
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.
Catalogue Note
Maximum ring size: 7