EXQUISITE AND RARE PAIR OF DIAMOND PENDENT EARRINGS

Each suspending on a circular-cut diamond weighing 6.57 and 6.60 carats respectively, surmounted by a circular-cut diamond, mounted in platinum.

Colour and Clarity: According to the GIA and Gubelin reports, the diamonds are D colour, Internally Flawless clarity, with additional GIA report stating that the diamond is Type IIA. Please refer to the reports for details. In our opinion, the diamonds represent those originating from the legendary Golconda mines, with exceptional optical transparency. The old mine-cut diamonds are about E-F colours, VVS clarity. A very rare matching pair of round Golconda diamonds in size and quality. Condition: In mint 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.

Accompanied by GIA reports numbered 5131196727 and 5121664205, dated 16 March 2011 and 7 October 2010 respectively, stating that the 6.60 and 6.57 carat diamonds are D colour, Internally Flawless clarity; also accompanied by diamond type classification reports stating that the diamonds are determined to be Type IIa diamonds. Type IIa diamonds are the most chemically pure type of diamond and often have exceptional optical transparency. Further accompanied by Gübelin reports numbered 11038089 and 1011064, dated 26 March 2011 and 25 November 2010 respectively, stating that the 6.60 and 6.57 carat diamonds are D colour, Internally Flawless clarity; also accompanied by notes and appendix stating that both diamonds are classified as aType IIa. "Diamonds of this type, exhibiting an antique cutting style as well as superior quality, are very rare and will most certainly evoke references to the historic term of 'Golconda'."