Platinum, Cultured Pearl and Diamond Tassel Clip-Brooch, Van Cleef & Arpels, Circa 1950

The stylized bow supporting a fringe accented by diamond tassels, set throughout with cultured pearls measuring approximately 7.4 to 2.9 mm., and round, single-cut and baguette diamonds weighing approximately 6.50 carats, signed Van Cleef & Arpels, numbered N.Y. 14437.

Good condition; the tassels with nice movement. One small pearl missing from the surmount, but this is seen only from the reverse and upon very close inspection. Minor evidence of soldering to the reverse of the surmount. Set with a total of 97 cultured pearls, 209 round and single-cut diamonds and 40 baguette diamonds. The pearls to the surmount present a slightly silvery white body color with varying degrees of pink, blue and green overtones; the pearls to the pendants have a somewhat more creamy white body color with soft pink and green overtones. All with good luster and no apparent blemishing. The diamonds are approximately F-H color, VVS-VS clarity.
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.
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