Lot 1771
- 1771
Emerald and Diamond Necklace and Two Pairs of Matching Earclips, Cartier, Paris
Estimate
160,000 - 200,000 HKD
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Description
- Cartier, Paris
- emerald, diamond, gold, platinum
Set with twenty-one cabochon emeralds together weighing approximately 55.00 carats, to a gold chain necklace of twisted rope design, highlighted by brilliant-cut diamonds, length approximately 365mm, signed "Monture Cartier Paris" and numbered 5429; and two pairs of matching earrings, the first pair of cluster design, each set with six cabochon emeralds; the second pair each suspending five emerald drops, to a surmount of swirl design; the emeralds and diamonds on the earrings altogether weighing approximately 22.50 and 3.10 carats respectively, signed Cartier Paris; mounted in platinum and 18 karat yellow gold. (3)
Condition
Colour and Clarity: In our opinion, emerald drops and cabochons are of similar quality, medium soft to medium green colour, moderately included to naked eyes. Upon 10x loupe, there are chips and fissures on the surface. Diamonds are about H to I colours, VS2 to SI clarity. Both earclips are signed Cartier Paris. The necklace is signed Monture Cartier Paris and numbered 5429, with French assay and platinum marks.
Condition: Vintage jewellery, with signs of wear and surface abrasions to the metal, commensurated to their age, otherwise in 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.