18 Karat Gold, Yellow Sapphire and Diamond Flower Brooch and Earclips, Van Cleef & Arpels, 1997

Designed as flowerheads set in the center with round diamonds, the petals set with round yellow sapphires, the brooch signed VCA, numbered B150016 and NY1K542.12, the earclips signed VCA, numbered B356012 and NY3K935-7, workshop marks, French assay marks.  With signed box.

The yellow sapphires range in color from golden to yellow-brown. The diamonds are approximately E-F color and VS clarity. All pieces in good condition. Brooch is signed and numbered on the reverse of the brooch frame near the center. Earclips are signed and numbered on the base of the clip backings.
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.