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Pair of golden cultured pearl and diamond pendant-earclips
Estimate
12,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description
The tops set with 2 golden cultured pearls measuring approximately 14.8 mm., within diamond-set galleries, supporting 2 golden cultured pearl drops measuring approximately 13.1 in diameter, forming swing centers within pear-shaped frames of bombé form pavé-set with small round diamonds, the total diamond weight approximately 12.00 carats, mounted in platinum.
Condition
Very good condition. The pearls are a richly colored golden color (slightly less yellow and less bright than indicated by catalogue illustration). The pearls present subtle pink and green overtones and good to slightly waxy luster. The button-shaped pearls at top are very lightly ringed and bear very minor surface irregularities; the pearl drops also bear very minor surface irregularities. The diamonds are approximately G-H-I color, VS-SI clarity. Please note the pearls were not tested for natural color.
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.