Lot 188
  • 188

Pair of sapphire and diamond ear clips

Estimate
23,000 - 33,000 CHF
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Description

  • French assay and maker's marks.
Each of bombĂ© cluster design, set with oval sapphires surrounded by circular-, brilliant-cut and baguette diamonds, mounted in platinum,

Condition

Previously sold, as lot 485, in The Magnificent Jewels of Florence J. Gould sale, Christies, New York, April 1984. Stamped Pt950 for platinum. Total diamond weight approximately 15.00 carats, overall G-I colour, VS-SI clarity as gauged and graded in the mount. Bright and lively stones. Sapphires with a light reddish blue hue, with good saturation of colour. Typical crystal inclusions, some abrasions noticeable with the aid of a 10x lens. Well matched. Signs of normal wear to the mount, scratches 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."

Catalogue Note

Provenance: Previously sold, as lot 485, in The Magnificent Jewels of Florence J. Gould sale, Christies, New York, April 1984.