Lot 1721
- 1721
Pair of Sapphire and Diamond Pendent Earrings, Cartier
Estimate
1,500,000 - 1,800,000 HKD
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Description
- sapphire, diamond, white gold
Each set with a pear-shaped sapphire weighing 11.43 and 9.00 carats respectively, to an asymmetric surround set with marquise-shaped, brilliant-cut and tapered baguette diamonds, the surmount designed as a cluster within a swirl of similarly-cut diamonds, the diamonds altogether weighing approximately 12.00 carats, mounted in 18 karat white gold, signed.
Condition
Colour and Clarity: According to AGL report, both pear-shaped sapphries are natural, of Ceylon origin, with no indications of heating and clarity enhancement. Please refer to the report for details. In our opinion, the sapphires are of medium intense blue colour, eye clean. Upon 10x loupe, there are only some minor fingerprint inclusions, and there is a tiny chip on a crown facet, but all not seen to naked eyes. Diamonds are about F to H colours, VS to SI1 clarity. Signed "Cartier" to the back.
Condition: Signs of normal wear to the mounts, otherwise 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 AGL report numbered CS 69018 A and B, dated 22 July 2015, stating that the 11.43 and 9.00 carat sapphires are natural, of Sri Lankan (Ceylon) origin, with no gemological evidence of heat and clarity enhancement.