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MAGNIFICENT PAIR OF DIAMOND PENDENT EAR CLIPS, VAN CLEEF & ARPELS, CIRCA 1960, Van Cleef & Arpels
Estimate
9,500,000 - 11,500,000 HKD
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Description
- Van Cleef & Arpels
Each suspending a detachable articulated pendant set in the centre with a pear-shaped diamond weighing 8.10 and 8.24 carats respectively, framed by an outer border of brilliant-cut diamonds, supported by a cluster of marquise-, pear-shaped and brilliant-cut diamonds, altogether the diamonds weighing approximately 16.50 carats, mounted in platinum, clip fittings, maker's marks, signed and numbered N.Y. 28223.
Condition
Colour and Clarity: According to GIA reports, both two large pear-shaped diamonds are D colour, Internally Flawless clarity, with Excellent Polish. Please refer to the reports for details. In our opinion, other smaller round and fancy-shaped diamonds are probably of E to F colours, VVS to VS1 clarity, with very nice brilliance. Signed and numbered to the back.
Condition: Clip fittings only, very impressive pair of earrings, in very 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. 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
Catalogue Note
Accompanied by GIA reports numbered 15610276 and 15610275, dated 6 and 8 December 2006 respectively, stating that the 8.10 and 8.24 carat diamonds are D colour, Internally Flawless clarity, with Excellent Polish.