PAIR OF SAPPHIRE, RUBY AND DIAMOND EAR CLIPS/ BROOCHES, SABBADINI

Each designed as a flower head, the petals set with rubies and sapphires respectively in concealed settings, each centre set with a cluster of brilliant-cut diamonds, ear clip and brooch fittings, clip fittings and one brooch fitting signed Sabbadini, case.

Rubies of Burmese origin cannot be imported into the US. This piece may contain a ruby of Burmese origin and therefore may not be able to be imported into the US. Certification of non-Burmese origin will be required before import of rubies into the US. Please see our Important Notices and contact the jewellery department for further information. The ear clip fittings and one brooch fitting stamped 750 for 18 carat gold and signed Sabbadini, one brooch fitting unsigned. Case stamped Sabbadini Milano. Sapphires medium blue, well matched in colour, showing typical inclusions visible with magnification. Rubies, medium slightly purplish red, well matched in colour, showing typical inclusions visible under magnification. Estimated total diamond weight approximately 2.50-2.60 carats, estimated colour I/J, estimated clarity VS. Each brooch fitting and corresponding ear clip fitting inscribed either 'RUB' or 'ZAFF'. Fittings are screwed onto flowers using screwdriver included in the case, secure when fitted. One brooch fitting stiff, could benefit from attention by a professional jeweller. Scratches to mounts consistent with wear. 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. Please note that colour, clarity and weight of gemstones are statements of opinion only and not statements of fact by Sotheby's. We do not guarantee, and are not responsible for any certificate from a gemological laboratory that may accompany the property. We do not guarantee that watches are in working order. 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue, in particular to the Notice regarding the treatment and condition of gemstones and to the Notice regarding import of Burmese jadeite and rubies into the US.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."