Lot 1735
- 1735
NATURAL PEARL AND DIAMOND BROOCH, Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Estimate
900,000 - 1,100,000 HKD
bidding is closed
Description
- Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
- natural pearl, diamond, yellow gold
The brooch suspending on two baroque natural pearls measuring approximately 15.38 x 10.51 x 8.36mm and 15.12 x 12.87 x 10.70mm respectively, set with two old mine-cut diamonds together weighing approximately 8.50 carats, to leaves set with old mine-cut diamonds together weighing approximately 2.50 carats, mounted in 18 karat yellow gold, signed.
Condition
Colour and Clarity: According to GIA reports, the two pearls are natural, saltwater pearls, with no indications of treatment. Please refer to the reports for details. In our opinion, the pearls are light grey colour, of semi-baroque shape, very good lustre with minor surface blemishes, mostly on the back. Old-cushion diamond on the right is about M to N colours, SI1 clarity; the other diamond on left is about L to M colours, VS clarity. Other tiny diamonds are about K to M colours, SI clarity. Signed to the back on top.
Condition: Vintage brooch, with signs of normal wear, overall 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 GIA reports numbered 1152362777 and 5151362783, dated 24 April 2013, stating that the pearls are natural saltwater pearls, with no indications of treatment.