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Lot 213
  • 213

Pair of Silver-Topped Gold and Diamond Pendant-Earrings, Last Quarter 19th Century

Estimate
80,000 - 120,000 USD
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Description

  • gold, silver, diamond, earrings
The articulated swing centers set with 2 pear-shaped diamonds weighing approximately 5.60 carats, the tops set with 2 antique cushion-shaped diamonds weighing approximately 2.00 carats, further set with smaller antique cushion-shaped diamonds, the removable articulated surrounds set with old mine diamonds weighing approximately 3.40 carats.  With fitted box signed S.J. Phillips.

Condition

The 2 pear-shaped diamonds are approximately G-H color, VS clarity and H-I color, SI clarity. There are some small girdle chips. The balance of the diamonds are H-J color and VS-SI overall. The mountings are very flexible, the silver has some light tarnish. There are 2 pear-shaped and 42 cushion-shaped old-mine diamonds in all.
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.