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Lot 117
  • 117

PAIR OF EMERALD AND DIAMOND EAR PENDANTS, VAN CLEEF & ARPELS, EARLY 20TH CENTURY

Estimate
3,000 - 3,500 GBP
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Description

Each articulated section and cap decorated with single-cut diamonds, suspending an emerald drop, each later surmount centring on a circular cabochon emerald within a similarly-set border, screw post fittings, signed VC&A and numbered, composite.

Condition

Emeralds a medium green with moderate saturation of colour, typical inclusions visible with the naked eye, some yellowish discolouration visible, several surface reaching inclusions and cavities. Diamonds of mixed colours and clarities one ear pendant signed VC&A. and numbered 548. Surmounts not original to earrings. Gold solder to fittings and loop on reverse of surmounts, not visible when worn. Screw post fittings, earring backs each stamped 14K. Polished metal scratched consistent with age and wear. In good 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."