Lot 488
  • 488

Pair of Platinum, Emerald and Diamond Earclips, Harry Winston, 1979

Estimate
80,000 - 120,000 USD
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Description

  • Harry Winston
  • platinum, emerald, diamond
Centered by two round emeralds weighing 6.91 and 7.32 carats, bordered by baguette diamonds weighing 1.33 carats and framed by marquise diamonds weighing 4.76 carats, with marks for Jacques Timey.

Condition

In good condition. The emeralds are richly saturated and bluish green, moderately included with a few surface reaching inclusions. Both emeralds show some chipping at the girdles. Diamonds approximately E-F color, VVS-VS clarity. The posts have been bent down to accommodate unpierced ears, but could easily be adapted by a jeweler. Copy of 1979 Harry Winston invoice available upon request. Accompanied by AGL report no. CS 50705 A and B stating that the emeralds are of Colombian origin, clarity enhancement: faint, type: traditional.
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 AGL report no. CS 50705 A and B stating that the emeralds are of Colombian origin, clarity enhancement: faint, type: traditional.