Lot 257
  • 257

Sapphire and diamond necklace, Van Cleef & Arpels

Estimate
40,000 - 60,000 CHF
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Description

  • Van Cleef & Arpels
  • Sapphires, diamonds, gold
Composed of a line of slightly graduated brilliant-cut diamonds, supporting two pear-shaped sapphires weighing 15.80 and 17.86 carats, length approximately 380mm, signed VCA, numbered, French assay and maker's marks, case stamped Van Cleef & Arpels.

Condition

Signed V.C.A, numbered M42301. French maker's mark, French assay and stamped 750 for 18 carat gold, mounted in yellow gold. Sapphires blue of medium saturation, well matched in colour, weighing 15.80 and 17.86 carats, measuring approximately 18.30 x 13.60 x 8.15mm and 18.45 x 13.55 x 8.95mm respectively, with good transparency, typical inclusions, few surface reaching, minor abrasions. Diamonds estimated to weigh a total of approximately 15.00 - 18.00 carats, on average G-H colour, VS-SI clarity, as gauged and graded in the mount. Little signs of wear to the metal. In excellent condition. Gross weight approximately 44 grams. Pouch stamped Van Cleef & Arpels.
"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."