Pair of important natural pearl and diamond pendent ear clips, Alexandre Reza

Each surmount of flame design, set with brilliant-cut diamonds, supporting a detachable pendant set with a drop shaped natural pearl measuring approximately 12.30 x 12.70 x 22.70mm and 12.35 x 12.40 x 22.20mm respectively, within a frame of brilliant-cut diamonds, unsigned, French maker's mark for Alexandre Reza, French assay marks.

Accompanied by SSEF report no. 91276, stating that the drop shaped pearls measuring approximately 12.30 x 12.70 x 22.70mm and 12.35 x 12.40 x 22.20mm, were found to be natural, saltwater, together with an appendix letter expressing the rarity of these pearls. French maker's mark for Alexandre Reza. French assay marks and stamped OR 750 for 18 carat gold, mounted in yellow gold. Inscribed B.17.64, referring to the total carat weight of the diamonds. Pearls of slightly cream body colour, partly with rosé and green overtones, with good skin and lustre, some growth marks, blemishes, and pinpoints; for further details on the pearls, please refer to the SSEF report. Diamonds stated to weigh a total of 17.64 carats, on average G-I colour, VS-SI clarity, as gauged and graded in the mount. Pendants detachable. Signs of normal wear to the metal. In very good condition. Total gross weight approximately 38 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.
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"The pearls exhibit a remarkable size and weight of approximately 23 ct and 22 ct (estimated weights) and are characterised by a matching regular drop shape...

Assembling a matching pair of saltwater natural pearls of this size and quality can be considered rare and exceptional".

Excerpt from the SSEF appendix letter