PAIR OF DIAMOND EARRINGS, LATE 19TH CENTURY

Each designed as a central circular-cut diamond weighing 2.62 carats and 2.74 carats respectively, within a border of similarly cut stones, hook fittings.

The diamond weighing 2.74cts, estimated J colour, estimated I2 clarity and the diamond weighing 2.62 carats, estimated J colour, estimated I1 clarity, very flat stones with significant chips to the girdles. Remaining estimated total diamond weight approximately 3.00 - 3.50 carats in each earring, estimated colour J on average, estimated clarity I on average. Later fittings.
"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."