PAIR OF COLOUR-CHANGING SAPPHIRE, TSAVORITE GARNET AND DIAMOND PENDENT EARRINGS

Each alternately-set with graduated row of two colour-changing sapphires and two tsavorite garnets, each surrounded by brilliant-cut diamonds, the largest colour-changing sapphire and tsavorite garnet weighing 7.05 and 6.26 carats respectively, completed by a brilliant-cut diamond-set surmount, the diamonds altogether weighing approximately 6.45 carats, mounted in 18 karat yellow gold, clip and post fittings, signed Agapoff.

Colour and Clarity: According to the GRS report, the two larger blue and green stones are natural, colour-changing sapphire and tsavorite garnet respectively, with no indication of thermal treatment. Please refer to the report for details. In our opinion, the colour-changing sapphire shows a distinct colour-change from medium purple in incandescent light to intense blue colour in daylight, very clean to both naked eyes and loupe check. The tsavorite garnet is of medium and vivid, slightly yellowish green colour, very clean with only a surface chip on the crown which observed under 10x loupe. Other smaller sapphires and tsavorites have very similar visual appearance, but the small sapphires show slightly weaker colour change. All stones are eye clean and very lively, but a few show minor natural inclusions under 10x loupe. The diamonds are probably of I to J colours, VS clarity. Condition: Very unusual combination, but very impressive and attractive look. Well articulated pendent earring mounts, in mint condition.
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.

Accompanied by GRS report numbered GRS2008-071936, dated 21 July 2008, stating that the colour-changing sapphire and tsavorite garnets are natural, colour-changing from Blue (daylight) to Purple (incandescent light) and Vivid Green respectively, with no indication of thermal treatment.