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PAIR OF SAPPHIRE AND DIAMOND EAR STUDS
Estimate
620,000 - 700,000 HKD
bidding is closed
Description
- ES
- SA
- MOD
Each set with a cushion-shaped sapphire weighing 2.44 and 2.17 carats respectively, decorated with a half moon-shaped diamond, mounted in 18 karat white gold.
Condition
Colour and Clarity: According to AGL reports, both sapphires are natural, of Kashmir origin, with no indication of heat treatment. Please refer to the reports for details. In our opinion, the sapphires show the typical velvety blue colour of medium strong saturation. Very clean to both naked eyes and 10x loupe. Only one sapphire shows slight colour-zoning at certain angle, which is not seen to naked eyes and face-up view. The half moon-shaped diamonds together weighing approximately 0.58 carat, are probably of F to G colours, VS clarity.
Condition: Simple stud settings, 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.
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 AGL reports numbered CS39734 and CS38004, dated 6 June 2008 and 30 September 2005 respectively, stating that the 2.17 and 2.44 carat sapphires are natural, of Kashmir origin, with no indication of heat enhancement.