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Pair of natural pearl and diamond earrings, 1930s
Estimate
37,000 - 47,000 CHF
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Description
- pearl, diamond, platinum
Each suspending a drop-shaped natural pearl, one of cream tint, the other grey, the surmount of radiating design, set with baguette, circular- and single-cut diamonds, mounted in white gold, later post and butterfly fittings, French import and maker's marks.
Condition
Post fitting stamped with French import marks for platinum and gold, butterfly fittings stamped 750 for 18 carat gold. Grey oval natural pearl, measuring approximately 12.4 -12.55 x 15.00 mm, with light green and rosé overtones, medium lustre, overgrowth marks and blemishes. The slightly cream natural pearl of slightly baroque oval shape, partly with rosé overtone, measuring approximately 11.75 - 12.35 x 13.90mm, medium lustre, overgrowth marks and blemishes. For further information on the pearls, please refer to the SSEF and The Gem & Pearl Laboratory reports. Estimated total diamond weight approximately 4.00 - 4.50 carats, estimated colour H-J, estimated clarity VS. Butterfly fittings secure. Minor scratches to mount 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."
"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."