Pair of invisibly-set sapphire and diamond flower earclips, Aletto Brothers

The flowerheads set in the center with clusters of round diamonds, the flexibly-attached petals invisibly-set with square-cut sapphires and edged in small round diamonds, the total diamond weight approximately 6.60 carats, mounted in platinum and 18 karat gold, signed Aletto Bros. With signed leather case. 

The sapphires are well-matched for color, a rich saturated blue free from eye visible inclusions; the diamonds are approximately G-I color, VVS-VS clarity. The mountings are in excellent condition, Both signed on the earclip backs Aletto Bros., 21105. The mountings are in excellent condition, designed with slightly articulated petals that add liveliness to the flowers. With green leather case, the pale yellow suede interior stamped Aletto Brothers.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. 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. Illustrations in the catalogue may not be actual size. Prospective purchasers are reminded that, unless the catalogue description specifically states that a stone is natural, we have assumed that some form of treatment may have been used and that such treatment may not be permanent. Our presale estimates reflect this assumption.
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