Lot 1856
- 1856
Pair of Pink Sapphire, Sapphire and Diamond Brooches, Cartier, Paris, Circa 1950
Estimate
900,000 - 1,100,000 HKD
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Description
- Cartier, Paris
- pink sapphire, sapphire, gold
Of curved form, each set with a row of graduating cabochon sapphires, bordered by oval and cushion-shaped pink sapphires, the terminals set with brilliant-cut diamonds, the sapphires, pink sapphires and diamonds altogether weighing approximately 8.00, 100.00 and 4.00 carats respectively, mounted in platinum and 18 karat yellow gold, signed. (2)
Condition
Colour and Clarity: According to Gem Report, all the pink sapphires are natural, of Ceylon origin, with no indications of heating. Please refer to the report for details. In our opinion, the pink sapphires are of light to intense purple-pink colour, eye clean. Upon loupe check, there are only minor fingerprints and some needle inclusions, but moderate surface abrasions to the crown, commensurate with its age. Overall the pink sapphires are quite lively. Cabochon sapphires are of medium to intense blue colour, eye clean. Diamonds are about F to H colours, VS to SI1 clarity, lively stones. Both signed Cartier Paris, with French assay marks to the pins.
Condition: Signs of wear to the metal, overall 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.
Catalogue Note
Accompanied by a gem report stating that the pink sapphires are natural, of Sri Lankan (Ceylon) origin, with no indications of heating.