- 1757
ANTIQUE NATURAL PEARL AND DIAMOND 'CLOVER' BROOCH, CIRCA LATE 19TH CENTURY
Estimate
90,000 - 120,000 HKD
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Description
- natural pearl, diamond, silver-topped gold
Modelled as a clover, composed of three buttonshaped natural pearls measuring approximately 8.50- 8.60 x 7.20mm to 8.75 - 9.10 x 8.55mm, decorated by circular-cut diamonds together weighing approximately 3.80 carats, mounted in silver-topped gold.
Condition
Colour and Clarity: According to GIA report, one of the pearls (light yellow) is natural, saltwater pearl, with no indications of treatment. Please refer to the report for details. In our opinion, this pearl is of light yellow colour, round to naked eyes, good lustre with minute surface blemishes. Two other pearls are of silver white and light purple colours respectively, both with slight rosè overtone, very good lustre with minor surface blemishes, not noticeable in visual distance. Both pearls are round in face-up view. The silver white pearl is slightly button shaped in profile. Diamonds are about K to L colours, VS to SI clarity, lively stones.
Condition: Antique brooch, signs of wear and surface abrasions to the metal, overall 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 2135749268, dated 23 August 2011, stating that the pearls are natural saltwater pearls, with no indications of treatment.