Lot 179
- 179
Pair of pink sapphire, emerald and diamond ear clips, 'Yama', Marina B, 1987
Estimate
14,000 - 18,000 CHF
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Description
- Marina B
- Pink sapphires, emeralds, black gold and gold.
Each blackened gold hoop motif accented with collet-set circular-cut pink sapphires, emeralds and diamonds, signed Marina B, dated and numbered, French assay and maker's marks.
Literature
Cf.: Viviane Jutheau de Witt, Marina B, The Art of Jewellery Design, Milano, 2003, pg. 196, plate 396, for an illustration of a similar pair of Yama ear clips.
Condition
Each signed MB and Marina B France, dated 1987. Numbered J2137. French maker's marks for Marina B. French assay marks and stramped 750 for 18 carat gold. Pink sapphires measuring approximately 6.79 x 6.71 x 3.80mm, well matched in colour, with some typical inclusions, some surface reaching. Emeralds measuring approximately 4.35 x 4.93 x 2.35mm, well matched in colour, with some typical inclusions, some surface reaching, a few abrasions. Diamonds estimated to weigh a total of approximately 9.50 - 11.50 carats, on average G-I colour, VS clarity, as gauged and graded in the mount. Blackened gold in overall good condition, some scratches. Signs of normal wear to the metal consistent with use. In very good condition. Gross weight approximately 61 grams.
"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."
Catalogue Note
The 'Yama' ear clips were made in a limited edition of 10.