Lot 266
- 266
Pair of 18 Karat White Gold, Colored Sapphire and Diamond Earrings, Michele della Valle
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
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Description
- Michele della Valle
- white gold, colored sapphire, diamond
The diamond-set discs centering one radiant-cut green sapphire weighing 5.10 carats and one emerald-cut purple sapphire weighing 5.23 carats, accented by round purple and green sapphires, further set with round diamonds weighing 6.48 carats, signed MdV, numbered 1145; fitted with retractable posts. With signed pouch.
Condition
In very good condition. The large green sapphire is deep bluish green and eye-clean and the smaller, round green sapphires are light slightly grayish green and eye-clean. The purple sapphire is deep pinkish purple and eye-clean and the smaller pink sapphires are medium light pink and eye-clean. The diamonds are approximately F-G color, VVS-VS clarity. The earclips are approximately 1 1/2 inches in diameter each.
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.