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Pair of natural pearl and diamond ear clips, Van Cleef & Arpels, 1960s
Estimate
96,000 - 145,000 CHF
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Description
- Van Cleef & Arpels
- Platium, pearl and diamond
Each surmount of cluster and scroll design set with brilliant-cut, tapered baguette and baguette diamonds, supporting a detachable pendant set with a drop shaped natural pearl measuring approximately 10.40 x 11.90 x 17.35mm and 11.05 x 12.10 x 17.40mm respectively, capped with square-, single-cut and tapered baguette diamonds, signed Van Cleef & Arpels and V.C.A., numbered, French assay and maker's marks, drops and baguette diamond pendants detachable, case signed Van Cleef & Arpels.
Condition
Please note that the pearl drops might be a later addition.
Accompanied by SSEF report no. 84922, stating that the drop shaped pearls, measuring approximately 10.40 x 11.90 x 17.35mm and 11.05 x 12.10 x 17.40mm, were found to be natural, saltwater.
One ear clip signed Van Cleef & Arpels, the other signed VCA. French maker's marks for Van Cleef & Arpels. French assay marks for platinum. Numbered 90.420. Pearls of white body colour, good skin and lustre, minor blemishes, for more information on the pearls please refer to the SSEF report. Diamonds estimated to weigh a total of approximately 14.00 - 16.00 carats, on average G-H colour, VS clarity, as gauged and graded in the mount. Signs of normal wear to the metal consistent with use. In very good condition. Total gross weight approximately 32 grams. Case signed Van Cleef & Arpels.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Please note that colour, clarity and weight of gemstones are statements of opinion only and not statements of fact by Sotheby's. We do not guarantee, and are not responsible for any certificate from a gemological laboratory that may accompany the property. We do not guarantee that watches are in working order. 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue, in particular to the Notice regarding the treatment and condition of gemstones and to the Notice regarding import of Burmese jadeite and rubies into the US.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Please note that colour, clarity and weight of gemstones are statements of opinion only and not statements of fact by Sotheby's. We do not guarantee, and are not responsible for any certificate from a gemological laboratory that may accompany the property. We do not guarantee that watches are in working order. 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue, in particular to the Notice regarding the treatment and condition of gemstones and to the Notice regarding import of Burmese jadeite and rubies into the US.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."