Lot 45
  • 45

PAIR OF SAPPHIRE AND DIAMOND EAR PENDANTS, MICHELE DELLA VALLE

Estimate
10,000 - 12,000 GBP
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Description

  • sapphire, diamond and titanium
Each designed as a series of stylised bows set with a cushion-shaped and oval sapphires, highlighted with brilliant-cut diamonds, clip fittings, signed Michele della Valle and numbered, pouch, one diamond deficient.

Condition

Stamped 750 for 18 carat white gold, numbered 07068. Very lightweight, set in titanium and gold. Sapphires stated to weigh 38.55 carats in total, medium to dark vivid blue in colour. Diamonds stated to weigh 20.68 carats in total, estimated colour H-J, some K, estimated clarity SI on average. Two principal diamonds loose in mount and one clip fitting loose, could benefit from attention by professional jeweller. Slight scratches to mount consistent with wear. In 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."