Each earring designed as a snake, the body pavé-set with orange and yellow sapphires, alternating with brilliant-cut diamonds and diamonds of black tint, the eyes embellished with cabochon rubies, post and hinged back fittings, signed MdV, numbered, maker's mark, pouch stamped Michele della Valle.

Please note that the diamonds of black tint have not been tested for natural colour. Each earring signed MdV, numbered 11520. Maker's marks for Michele della Valle, stamped 750 for 18 carat gold, mounted in white gold. Orange and yellow sapphires of light to medium strong saturation, rubies purplish red of medium strong saturation, with minor scratches and abrasions. Diamonds of black tint well matched in colour. Near colourless diamonds bright and lively. Minor signs of wear to the metal. In very good condition. Total gross weight approximately 24 grams. Pouch stamped Michele della Valle.
"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.
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."