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Coloured sapphire and diamond demi-parure, Van Cleef & Arpels
Estimate
30,000 - 40,000 CHF
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Description
- Van Cleef & Arpels
- orangy-yellow sapphire, diamond, gold
Comprising: a clip/brooch of floral design centring on an oval sapphire of orangy-yellow tint, the petals pavé-set with brilliant-cut diamonds; and a pair of ear clips en suite; each signed Van Cleef & Arpels, numbered, French assay and maker's marks.
Condition
Clip/brooch and pair of ear clips signed Van Cleef & Arpels; clip/brooch numbered M 40123, ear clips each numbered M 40122; all with French maker's marks. All stamped with French assay marks and 750 for 18 carat gold. Orangey-yellow sapphire on clip/brooch measuring approximately 14.30 x 11.75 mm (depth not possible to measure due to mounting), weighing approximately 9.00 carats, orangey-yellow sapphires on ear clips measuring approximately 10.65 x 9.25 mm and 11.10 x 9.40 mm respectively (depths not possible to measure due to mountings), and estimated to weigh approximately 4.50 carats each. Diamonds on the clip/brooch estimated to weigh a total of approximately 7.50 carats; diamonds on the ear clips estimated to weigh a total of approximately 7.50 - 8.00 carats, estimated colour G-H, on average VVS-VS clarity (as gauged and graded in yellow gold mounting). Signs of normal wear consistent with light use. In very good condition. Total gross weight approximately 50 grams.
"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."
"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."