- 1608
PAIR OF NATURAL PEARL AND DIAMOND PENDENT EARRINGS
Estimate
500,000 - 600,000 HKD
bidding is closed
Description
- pearl, platinum, diamond
Each suspending on an oscillating drop-shaped pearl measuring approximately 10.98 x 10.60mm and 10.64 x 10.20mm, within a detachable frame set with circular-cut diamonds extending to the surmount, the diamonds altogether weighing approximately 3.70 carats, mounted in platinum, pearl pendant detachable.
Condition
Colour and Clarity: According to GIA report, two drop-shaped pearls are natural, saltwater pearls, with no indication of treatment. Please refer to the report for details. In our opinion, two natural pearls are quite matched, of white colour with very slight rosè overtone, very good lustre with minor surface blemishes which are very common to natural pearls and not noticeable unless close look. the diamonds are about H to J colours, VS2 to SI clarity, lively stones.
Condition: The pearl pendants and diamond-set frames are both detachable. Vintage earring mounts have signs of wear to the metal, 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 GIA report numbered 2125591017, dated 17 September 2010, stating that the pearls are natural saltwater pearls, with no indication of treatment.