Lot 1739
- 1739
PAIR OF CAT'S-EYE ALEXANDRITE, DIAMOND AND YELLOW DIAMOND PENDENT EARRINGS
Estimate
150,000 - 180,000 HKD
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Description
- cat's eye chrysoberl, diamond, yellow diamond and gold
Each suspending on oval and round cabochon cat's-eye alexandrites altogether weighing approximately 33.93 carats, framed by circular-cut diamonds enhanced by yellow diamonds extending to the surmount, highlighted by a rose-cut diamond, the centre set with an oscillating briolette diamond, the diamonds altogether weighing approximately 2.60 carats, mounted in 18 karat white, yellow and blackened gold.
Condition
Colour and Clarity: According to GRS report, the cat's-eye alexandrites are natural, with no indication of treatment. Please refer to the report for details. In our opinion, the cat's-eye alexandrites display distinct chatoyant line and moderate colour-change upon daylight and incandescent light. Diamonds in the surround are about G to H colours, VS clarity. Yellow diamonds are of strong yellow hue, VS to SI clarity.
Condition: Karat white gold earring mounts, in mint 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
Accompanied by a GRS report numbered 2010-081398, dated 25 August 2010, stating that the cat's-eye alexandrites are natural, with no indication of treatment.