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PAIR OF SAPPHIRE AND DIAMOND EARRINGS
Estimate
7,200 - 7,800 GBP
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Description
Each designed as a stylised flower head, set with cushion-shaped and oval sapphires, further accented by lines of marquise-shaped and brilliant-cut diamonds, collapsible clip and post fittings.
Condition
Accompanied by a report form the GRS, no. 012695, stating that the twelve oval and round sapphires weighing 20.68 carats in total are natural and present no indication of heat treatment. It also indicates that eleven of those sapphires present characteristics of stones originating from Burma (Myanmar).
Stamped 18K for 18 carat gold to each clip fitting. Estimated total diamond weight approximately 2.50 - 3.50 carats, bright, lively stones. The sapphires mostly a medium blue with moderately strong saturation of colour, some are a weaker with a slightly greyish saturation of colour, some are a more intense blue with strong saturation, one with silk inclusions noticeable with the naked eye and other typical inclusions visible with magnification, a couple of stones with chips to the girdle edge. Strong clips. In excellent condition.
"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."
"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."
Catalogue Note
Accompanied by a report form the GRS, no. 012695, stating that the twelve oval and round sapphires weighing 20.68 carats in total are natural and present no indication of heat treatment. It also indicates that eleven of those sapphires present characteristics of stones originating from Burma (Myanmar).