- 1762
PAIR OF SAPPHIRE AND DIAMOND EAR CLIPS
Estimate
2,800,000 - 3,300,000 HKD
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Description
- sapphire, diamond, gold
Each centring on a cushion-shaped sapphire weighing 4.61 and 4.98 carats respectively, surrounded by brilliant-cut diamonds altogether weighing approximately 5.00 carats, mounted in 18 karat white gold.
Condition
Colour and Clarity: According to Gübelin and AGL reports, two sapphires are natural, of Kashmir origin, with no indications of heating. Please refer to the reports for details. In our opinion, the sapphires are medium strong blue colour, eye clean and lively. Upon 10x loupe, there are only minor zoning and slightly abraded crown facets, not noticeable to naked eyes. Diamonds are about G to H colours, VVS to VS clarity.
Condition: In very 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 Gübelin reports numbered 11085183 and 1002052, and AGL reports numbered CS 45711 and CS 40301, stating that the 4.96 and 4.61 carat sapphires are natural, of Kashmir origin, with no indications of heating. Sapphires which have not been heated are scarce.