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TURQUOISE AND DIAMOND NECKLACE, CARTIER, AND A PAIR OF TURQUOISE AND DIAMOND EAR CLIPS, VAN CLEEF & ARPELS, 1950s
Estimate
6,000 - 7,000 GBP
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Description
The necklace designed as a collar, embellished with cabochon turquoise of varying sizes, interspersed with single and double pairs of brilliant-cut diamonds, length approximately 360mm, signed Cartier Paris and numbered, French assay marks, together with a pair of turquoise and diamond ear clips of stylised floral design, composed of polished cabochon turquoise and highlighted with brilliant-cut diamonds, signed Van Cleef & Arpels and numbered, maker's marks and French assay marks, may also be worn as dress clips.
Condition
Necklace: Stamped with French assay marks for 18 carat gold. Numbered 02674 to underside of clasp. Estimated total diamond weight approximately 7.50-8.00 carats, estimated colour I-J, estimated clarity VS-SI. Oval cabochon turquoise of various sizes, well matched in colour, ranging from bluish-green to a greenish tint. Two stones discoloured, consistent with age and wear. Would benefit from a professional clean. Secure clasp. In overall good condition.
Earrings: Stamped with French assay marks for 18 carat gold. Each numbered C.S. 4395 to clip. Estimated total diamond weight approximately 0.80 carat. Cabochon turquoise well matched in size, bluish-green colour. One stone showing signs of cracking to surface. In overall 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."
"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."