Lot 1547
  • 1547

SAPPHIRE AND DIAMOND BROOCH, Van Cleef & Arpels

Estimate
120,000 - 180,000 HKD
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Description

  • Van Cleef & Arpels
  • SAPPHIRE, DIAMOND, PLATINUM
Centring on a cushion-shaped sapphire weighing approximately 6.20 carats, encircled by brilliant-cut diamonds, to an outer surround of tapered baguette diamonds, the diamonds together weighing approximately 4.50 carats, mounted in platinum, signed and numbered N.Y.794-S.O


Condition

Colour and Clarity: According to Gübelin report, the sapphire is natural, of Ceylon origin, with no indications of heating. Please refer to the report for details. In our opinion, the sapphire is of medium dark, strong blue colour, very clean to naked eyes. Upon 10x loupe, there is a small crystal inclusions close to the table and a natural fingerprint on the side, which are not seen to naked eyes. Diamonds are about E to G colours, VVS to VS clarity. Signed and numbered. Condition: Signs of normal wear to the metal, otherwise 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. 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 Gübelin report numbered 1002036, dated 10 February 2010, stating that the 6.20 carat sapphire is natural, of Sri Lankan (Ceylon) origin, with no indications of heating, sapphires which have not been heated are scarce.