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COLLECTION OF JEWELLERY, VAN CLEEF & ARPELS
Estimate
4,200 - 6,200 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
Comprising; a pair of 'Cosmos' sapphire and diamond ear clips of flower head design, each set to the centre with an oval sapphire the petals pavé-set with brilliant-cut diamonds, signed Van Cleef Arpels and numbered, French assay and maker's marks, case by Van Cleef & Arpels, clip fittings; a pair of 'Népal' ear clips of knotted open work design, signed V.C.A. and numbered, French assay and maker's marks, case by Van Cleef & Arpels, clip fittings; a 'Marine' fancy link long chain, length approximately 795mm, signed V.C.A. and numbered, French assay and maker's marks, pouch by Van Cleef & Arpels, together with a 'Rosaces' brooch of mistletoe design, set with coral beads and textured leaves, signed V.C.A. and numbered, French assay marks, pouch by Van Cleef & Arpels, part illustrated.
Condition
The "Cosmos" ear clips stamped 750 and French assay marks for 18 carat gold, signed Van Cleef & Arpels, maker's marks and numbered 32130, the total sapphire weight stated to be 0.64 carats, the stones of medium blue body colour with medium to strong saturation, the total diamond weight stated to be 2.14 carats, bright and lively stones, light scratches to fittings consistent with wear, in good condition. The "Népal" ear clips stamped 750 and French assay marks for 18 carat gold, signed VCA, numbered B3017, maker's marks for Vidal, 39 rue de Pologne, 78100, Saint-Germain-en-Laye, light scratches to fittings consistent with wear, in good condition. The "Marine" long chain stamped 750 and French assay marks for 18 carat gold, signed VCA, numbered B4096, maker's marks for Vidal, 39 rue de Pologne, 78100, Saint-Germain-en-Laye, light scratches to fittings consistent with wear, in good condition. The "Rosaces" brooch stamped 750 and French assay marks for 18 carat gold, signed VCA, numbered B1062, the coral well matched in body colour, light scratches to fittings consistent with 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."
"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."