Lot 1838
- 1838
Pair of Indicolite Tourmaline and Diamond Pendent Earrings, IVY
Estimate
200,000 - 240,000 HKD
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Description
- tourmaline, diamond, gold
Each centring on a cushion-shaped indicolite tourmaline weighing 3.09 and 3.07 carats respectively, surrounded by brilliant-cut diamonds, to an outer surround set with circular-cut diamonds, the diamonds altogether weighing approximately 3.25 carats, mounted in 18 karat yellow and blackened gold, signed.
Condition
Colour and Clarity: According to the GRS report, the blue tourmalines (indicolite) are natural, of Namibia origin, with no indication of treatments. Please refer to the report for details. In our opinion, the blue tourmaline is of matching, greenish-blue colour, clean to both naked eyes and loupe check, with lively brilliance. The surrounding diamonds are about J to K colours, VS clarity. The smaller tourmalines in the surround are of light greenish blue colour, eye clean. Signed "IVY" to the ear clips.
Condition: In mint 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 GRS report numbered GRS2011-071876, dated 25 July 2011, stating that the 3.09 and 3.07 carat indicolite tourmalines are natural, of Namibian origin, with no indication of treatments.