Lot 172
  • 172

Suite of 18 Karat Gold, Sapphire and Diamond Jewelry

Estimate
200,000 - 300,000 USD
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Description

  • gold, sapphire, diamond
Comprising a necklace, ring, bracelet and earclips, the necklace set with oval and cushion-cut sapphires weighing approximately 54.30 carats, accented by round and marquise-shaped diamonds weighing approximately 35.10 carats, length 15 inches; the ring centering an oval-shaped sapphire weighing approximately 13.80 carats, framed by round and marquise-shaped diamonds weighing approximately 3.55 carats, size 6ΒΌ; the bracelet set with three oval-shaped sapphires weighing approximately 9.60, 5.80 and 4.90 carats, framed and accented by round and marquise-shaped diamonds weighing approximately 13.10 carats, length 7 inches; the earclips anchored by two oval-shaped sapphires weighing approximately 5.20 and 5.10 carats, framed and suspended by round and marquise-shaped diamonds weighing approximately 12.50 carats; pendants detachable; all pieces with maker's marks.

Condition

All pieces in good condition. The strongly saturated sapphires are well-matched for color across the pieces, a medium-deep very slightly violetish blue, eye-clean to lightly included, with several showing minor abrading to the facet junctions visible only under magnification. The diamonds are approximately E-G color, VVS-VS clarity. The maker's mark appears to be a crown. Necklace and bracelet both fit with safety closures and highly flexible. The necklace accompanied by AGL report no. CS 44613 stating that the sapphires are of Ceylon origin, 3 sapphires with no indications of heating and 6 sapphires with indications of heating. The ring accompanied by AGL report no. CS 44163 stating that the sapphire is of Ceylon origin, with indications of heating. The bracelet accompanied by AGL report no. CS 44611 stating that one sapphire is of Burmese origin (approximately 4.90 carats), two sapphires of Ceylon origin; the Burmese sapphire with no indications of heating, the Ceylon sapphires with indications of heating. The earclips accompanied by AGL report no. CS 44612 A and B stating that the sapphires are of Ceylon origin, with indications of heating.
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 4 AGL reports:

The necklace accompanied by AGL report no. CS 44613 stating that the sapphires are of Ceylon origin, 3 sapphires with no indications of heating and 6 sapphires with indications of heating.

The ring accompanied by AGL report no. CS 44163 stating that the sapphire is of Ceylon origin, with indications of heating.

The bracelet accompanied by AGL report no. CS 44611 stating that one sapphire is of Burmese origin (approximately 4.90 carats), two sapphires of Ceylon origin; the Burmese sapphire with no indications of heating, the Ceylon sapphires with indications of heating.

The earclips accompanied by AGL report no. CS 44612 A and B stating that the sapphires are of Ceylon origin, with indications of heating.