Lot 1786
- 1786
PAIR OF SAPPHIRE AND DIAMOND EAR CLIPS
Estimate
190,000 - 250,000 HKD
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Description
- sapphire, diamond and gold
Each composed of five oval sapphires altogether weighing approximately 18.28 carats, embellished by marquise-shaped and brilliant-cut diamonds altogether weighing approximately 4.20 carats, mounted in 18 karat white gold, clip and retractable post fittings.
Condition
Colour and Clarity: According to the GRS report, the sapphires are natural, of Burmese origin, with no indications of thermal treatment. Please refer to the report for details. In our opinion, the sapphires are of medium blue colour. Under 10x loupe, there are natural inclusions such as fissures, fingerprint and crystal inclusions, not noticeable when worn. The diamonds are about H-I colour, mostly VS2 clarity.
Condition: In very 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
Accompanied by GRS report numbered GRS2009-062380, dated 29 June 2009, stating that the sapphires are natural, of Burmese (Myanmar) origin, with no indication of thermal treatment.