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Pair of sapphire and diamond ear clips
Estimate
78,000 - 118,000 CHF
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Description
- Sapphires, diamonds, platinum, gold
Each surmount set with a sugarloaf sapphire weighing 3.31 and 3.51 carats respectively, within a cluster of pear-shaped and brilliant-cut diamonds, supporting a detachable pendant decorated with a flower motif set with brilliant-cut and pear-shaped diamonds, and a pear-shaped sapphire weighing 8.10 and 9.90 carats respectively, surrounded with brilliant-cut and pear-shaped diamonds, French assay marks.
Condition
Accompanied by SSEF report no. 84509, stating that the cabochon sapphire weighing 3.31 carats and measuring 7.77 x 7.34 x 5.71mm, is of Kashmir origin, the cabochon sapphire weighing 3.51 carats and measuring 8.25 x 8.24 x 5.72mm, is of Basaltic deposit, and the two pear-shaped sapphires weighing 8.10 and 9.90 carats and measuring 13.67 x 10.62 x 6.26mm and 13.58 x 10.51 x 8.29mm, are of Ceylon origin, all with no indications of heating.
Also accompanied by Gübelin report no. 16040093, stating that the cabochon sapphire weighing 3.31 carats and measuring 7.78 x 7.35 x 5.71mm, is of Kashmir origin, with no indications of heating.
Stamped Pt 950 and Or for platinum and gold, French assay mark for 18 carat gold. Sapphires well matched in colour, blue of medium strong to strong saturation, with typical inclusions, some surface reaching, abrasions and nicks; for further details on the sapphires, please refer to the gemmological reports. Diamonds estimated to weigh a total of approximately 23.00 - 28.00 carats, on average I-L colour, VS clarity, as gauged and graded in the mounting. Signs of normal wear to the metal, pendants detachable, safety catch. 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. 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."