Lot 431
  • 431

Pair of emerald, ruby and diamond earrings, Bulgari

Estimate
78,000 - 138,000 CHF
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Description

  • Bulgari
  • Rubies, diamonds, emeralds, gold
Each suspending a pear-shaped emerald weighing 5.39 and 6.93 carats, from a line of calibré-cut cabochon rubies, accented with a brilliant-cut and two pear-shaped diamonds, each signed Bulgari, numbered, Italian assay and maker's marks, post and hinged back fittings.

Condition

Rubies of Burmese origin cannot be imported into the US; this piece may contain a ruby of Burmese origin and therefore may not be able to be imported into the US. Certification of non-Burmese origin is required before the import of rubies into the US. Please see our Important Notices and contact the jewellery department for further information. Accompanied by SSEF report no. 79578, stating that the pear-shaped emeralds weighing approximately 5.4 and 7.0 carats, in accordance with the declared weights of 5.39 and 6.93 carats, measuring approximately 19.55 x 11.20 x 4.30mm and 19.60 x 11.40 x 5.40mm, are of Colombian origin, with a moderate amount of artificial resin in fissures. Each signed Bulgari, each numbered 5426, each with Italian maker's mark. Each with Italian assay makers for 18 carat gold. Each inscribed Made in Italy. Emeralds green of medium strong saturation, with good transparency, with typical inclusions, a few surface reaching, and a few minor nicks visible under magnification; for further details on the emeralds, please refer to the SSEF report. Rubies well matched in colour. Diamonds estimated to weigh a total of approximately 3.10 carats, on average G colour, VVS - VS clarity, as gauged and graded in the mounting. No signs of wear to the metal. In like-new condition. Gross weight approximately 18 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."