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Pair of natural pearl and diamond earrings, Kern
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Kern
- natural pearl, diamond, platinum
Each of pendent design, the surmount composed of claw-set brilliant-cut diamonds, to a pendant set with baguette diamonds suspending a drop-shaped natural pearl, each measuring approximately 10 x 8.1 x 8.1mm, post fittings, one screw back signed Kern.
Condition
Accompanied by GIA report number 1162641925, stating that the pearls are natural, saltwater. No indications of treatment, white body colour, measuring approximately 8.12mm and 8.25mm.
One screw back fitting and reverse of earrings stamped PT for platinum. One screw back fitting signed Kern. One earring back replaced. Pearls of drop shape, each measuring approximately 8.1 x 8.1 x 10mm. Pearls well-matched, of white body colour, with white, rose and green overtones, light banding, minor scratches and pitting to nacre. Diamonds bright and lively, estimated to be approximately G-H colour, VS-SI clarity on average, one diamond on one surmount with surface chip. Estimated total diamond weight approximately 2.00 - 3.00 carats. Post fittings and screw backs secure. In good condition. Earring lengths approximately 46mm each.
"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."
"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."
Catalogue Note
Accompanied by GIA report number 1162641925, stating that the pearls are natural, saltwater.