- 1321
SUPERB PAIR OF DIAMOND PENDENT EARRINGS
Estimate
11,000,000 - 14,000,000 HKD
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Description
Each anchoring a marquise-shaped diamond weighing 8.56 and 8.02 carats, surmounted by a straight-line bar pavé-set with brilliant-cut diamonds, mounted in platinum.
Condition
Colour and Clarity: According to GIA reports, both diamonds are D colour, Flawless clarity with Excellent Polish and Symmetry. Both diamonds are also classified as Type IIA diamonds which are the most chemically pure type of diamonds. Please refer to the reports for details. In our opinion, two marquise diamonds are matching in outline with very fine brilliance and exhibit exceptional optical transparency. The diamonds on surmount are mostly of D to E colours, VVS clarity.
Condition: In excellent condition.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. 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. Illustrations in the catalogue may not be actual size. Prospective purchasers are reminded that, unless the catalogue description specifically states that a stone is natural, we have assumed that some form of treatment may have been used and that such treatment may not be permanent. Our presale estimates reflect this assumption.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. 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. Illustrations in the catalogue may not be actual size. Prospective purchasers are reminded that, unless the catalogue description specifically states that a stone is natural, we have assumed that some form of treatment may have been used and that such treatment may not be permanent. Our presale estimates reflect this assumption.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
Catalogue Note
Accompanied by GIA reports numbered 2105515288 and 2105515289, dated 6 February and 27 January 2009, stating that the 8.56 and 8.02 carat diamonds are D colour, Flawless clarity, with Excellent Polish and Symmetry; also accompanied by GIA grading reports stating that both diamonds have been determined to be Type IIa diamonds, type IIa diamonds are the most chemically pure type of diamond and often have exceptional optical transparency.