Lot 223
- 223
18 Karat Gold, White Coral and Diamond 'Rose de Noël' Brooch and Earclips, Van Cleef & Arpels, France
Estimate
50,000 - 60,000 USD
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Description
- Van Cleef & Arpels
- gold, coral, diamond
The brooch and earclips designed as flowerheads with white coral petals, centered by round diamonds weighing approximately 2.75 carats, the brooch signed V.CA, Made in France, numbered 1K71.40; the earclips signed V.C.A, Made in France, numbered 3V487.52, all pieces with French assay and maker's marks.
Condition
In good condition overall with some minor discoloration to the gold on the reverse. BROOCH: The coral is a solid creamy white and intact; one of the petals on the brooch has a very faint scratch despite it appearing to be a natural formation of the coral. The diamonds are approximately G-H color, VVS-VS clarity. Signed on the pinbridge and numbered on the gold mounting. EARCLIPS: The coral is a solid creamy white; with minor scratching and chipping primarily around the edges of the petals. The diamonds are approximately G-H color, predominantly VS clarity. Potential bidders who intend to export this lot are advised that certain permits are required for export. If you are interested in this lot, please contact the Jewelry Department before bidding.
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
Potential bidders who intend to export this lot are advised that certain permits are required for export. If you are interested in this lot, please contact the Jewelry Department before bidding.