Lot 276
  • 276

Pair of sapphire and diamond ear clips

Estimate
220,000 - 315,000 CHF
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Description

  • Sapphires, diamonds, gold, platinum
Each surmount set with brilliant-cut diamonds suspending a pear-shaped motif set with similarly cut diamonds and an oval sapphire stated to weigh 13.24 and 15.05 carats respectively, French assay mark

Condition

Accompanied by SSEF report no. 78797, stating that the oval sapphires stated to weigh 13.24 and 15.05 carats and measuring approximately 14.40 x 11.40 x 8.80mm and 14.20 x 11.20 x 11.00mm respectively, are of Burmese origin, with no indications of heating. French assay marks and stamped PT 950 and 750 for platinum and 18 carat gold. One ear clip inscribed 13.24 referring to the carat weight of the sapphire and B 10.32, referring to the total carat weight of the brilliant-cut diamonds; the other ear clip inscribed 15 05, referring to the carat weight of the sapphire. Sapphires well matched in colour, blue of medium strong saturation, with good transparency, some typical inclusions visible under close inspection, a few surface reaching; for further details on the sapphires, please refer to the SSEF report. Diamonds estimated to weigh a total of approximately 10.00 carats, on average F-G colour, VS clarity, as gauged and graded in the mounting. Little signs of wear to the metal. In very good condition. Total gross weight approximately 29 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."