Lot 423
  • 423

Pair of important emerald and diamond pendent ear clips, Harry Winston

Estimate
195,000 - 290,000 CHF
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Description

  • Harry Winston
  • emerald, diamond, platinum
Each suspending a pear-shaped emerald within a frame of marquise-, pear-shaped and brilliant-cut diamonds, from a surmount set with similarly cut diamonds, marks for Jacques Timey, case stamped Harry Winston.

Condition

Accompanied by Gübelin report no. 14100026, stating that the emeralds measuring approximately 22.65 x 11.05 x 4.80 and 23.10 x 11.15 x 5.20 mm, are of Colombian origin, with moderate clarity enhancement. Both clips with marks for Jacques Timey. Both stamped 950 PT for platinum, clip fittings stamped OR for gold. Emeralds estimated to weigh approximately 5.85 and 6.56 carats, very well matched in colour, medium strong saturation, with typical inclusions, some of them surface reaching, a few nicks and abrasions; for further information please refer to the Gübelin report. Diamonds estimated to weigh a total of approximately 20.00 - 25.00 carats, on average G-H colour and VS clarity, as gauged and graded in the mounting. Little sign of wear to the metal. In very good condition. Total gross weight approximately 37 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.
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