PAIR OF SAPPHIRE AND DIAMOND EARRINGS, DAVID MORRIS, 2008

Each designed as an articulated cascade of circular links set with similarly shaped sapphires of graduated tints, highlighted with single-cut diamonds, post and butterfly fittings, signed David Morris, lockable case with key by David Morris, accompanied by an original colour illustration of the earrings. 

Stamped 750 to earrings for 18 carat white gold and 950 for platinum to butterfly fittings. Sapphires gently graduated in colour from very light blue to medium blue. Well articulated. Diamonds bright and lively. Condition as new.
"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."

These earrings are unique.  These are the only pair in this style to have graduated sapphires from light to deep blue.  Incorporated with this lot the successful bidder will have the opportunity of a private view of the new David Morris collection.

1959 saw David Morris begin his career as a qualified goldsmith and by 1962 after winning two Diamond International Awards, he opened his first London store. Soon after, he embarked on a long standing partnership designing one off pieces for the Bond films including, 'Diamonds are Forever', 'The Man with The Golden Gun,' 'Tomorrow Never Dies', 'The World is not Enough'. In 1996 the Bond Street store opened along with boutiques in Dubai, Doha, Moscow and Palm Beach. A decade ago, David's son Jeremy assumed the design mantle and with his wife Erin, they successfully create exquisite pieces that artfully unite tradition with a directional modernity, where antique inspired design is realised through cutting edge technology.