Lot 271
  • 271

Platinum, Aquamarine and Diamond Brooch and Earclips, Verdura

Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 USD
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Description

  • verdura
  • platinum, white gold, aquamarine, diamond
The 'wrapped heart' brooch set with 36 variously-cut aquamarines, accented by ribbons set with round diamonds weighing approximately 3.00 carats, signed Verdura, with maker's mark; together with a pair of pear-shaped earclips set with 16 oval-shaped aquamarines, accented by round diamonds weighing approximately .75 carat, signed Verdura.

Condition

Both pieces in good condition. BROOCH: The aquamarines range from a medium-light to medium-deep blue to slightly greenish blue, eye-clean to lightly included, with a few examples bearing very minor chips, visible only under magnification. The diamonds are approximately F-H color, VVS-VS clarity. Signed under pinbridge. Fitted with a pendant bail for wear on a chain. EARCLIPS: The aquamarines are a medium slightly greenish blue, eye-clean. The diamonds are approximately F-G color, VVS-VS clarity.
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.