Pair of 18 Karat Blackened Gold, Colored Stone and Diamond Anemone Earclips, Michele della Valle

The stylized anemone flowerheads set with round spinels weighing 3.68 carats and round amethysts weighing 5.27 carats, set in the center with round near colorless diamonds weighing 1.83 carats, and round diamond of black hue weighing 1.39 carats, signed Michele della Valle, numbered 100744.

Both amethysts and spinels are lightly included and vary from lightl to moderate saturation. Illustrated colors are accurate but stones are much livelier than they appear. Very well made with naturalistic modelling and detail and very three-dimensional. A surround of natural bristles circles the black diamond center and adds further lifelike detail to the flowers. With posts and clipbacks. In very 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.
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