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Pair of natural button pearl and diamond earclips, Cartier, French, circa 1930
Estimate
30,000 - 40,000 USD
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Description
The natural button pearls measuring approximately 14.6 mm., decorated further with old European-cut and single-cut diamonds weighing approximately 1.50 carats, mounted in platinum, French assay marks, maker's marks, signed Cartier.
Condition
Please note that the earclips are by Cartier. The pearls are a very slightly silvery white color with faint pink overtones. Attractive, satin-like luster. Minor blemishing and light scratching. The underside of one pearl has lost a few layers of nacre but this is not apparent when worn. The button-shaped are the same shape when viewed from the front, but are slightly different in shape when viewed from the side. The mountings are in good condition with general wear commensurate with age. Each clip backing signed Cartier and with maker's mark HP bisected by a spade (?) within a lozenge. French assay marks for platinum and 18 karat gold. The diamonds are approximately H-I color, VS-SI clarity. Fitted with short posts.
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 report no. 17424343 stating that the pearls are natural.