- 1678
NATURAL PEARL AND DIAMOND BROOCH, CIRCA 1920, Cartier
Estimate
400,000 - 480,000 HKD
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Description
- natural pearl, diamond, platinum, gold
Of navette form, centring on three slightly button-shaped pink, grey and golden pearls measuring approximately 9.90, 6.75 and 6.68mm, to a pierced border with scalloped outlines millegrain-set with circular-cut diamonds together weighing approximately 3.80 carats, mounted in platinum and 18 karat white gold.
Condition
Colour and Clarity: Accompanied with a Certificate of Authenticity issued by Cartier, states that this natural pearl and diamond brooch is circa 1920. Please refer to the certificate for details. In our opinion, three pearls are of medium light purplish pink, brownish grey and golden yellow colours, slightly button shape but face-up round to naked eyes, good lustre, quite clean to naked eyes with only some minute surface pits or scratches. Diamonds are about H to J colours, mostly VS clarity. Unsigned, with authenticity certificate from Cartier.
Condition: Signs of wear and minor surface abrasions to the platinum and karat gold mount, consistent with age and use, 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.
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 Cartier certificate of authenticity.