PAIR OF FANCY YELLOW DIAMOND AND DIAMOND 'STARBURST' EARRINGS

Each modelled as a starburst, set to the centre with a cut-cornered rectangular modified brilliant-cut fancy yellow diamond weighing 5.35 and 5.17 carats respectively, surrounded by tapered baguette, marquise- and pear-shaped diamonds together weighing approximately 8.55 carats, mounted in 18 karat white gold, with removable diamond jackets.

Colour and Clarity: According to GIA reports, both yellow diamonds are natural, of Fancy Yellow colour, VS1 clarity. Please refer to the reports for details. In our opinion, both diamonds have nice face-up brilliance. Other diamonds are about F to H colours, VS clarity. Diamond-set jackets are removable and the yellow diamonds can be worn as simple earstuds. Condition: Karat yellow and white gold mounts, in mint 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.

Accompanied by GIA reports numbered 16856132 and 16856134, both dated 9 November 2010, stating that the 5.35 and 5.17 carat diamonds are natural, Fancy Yellow colour, VS1 clarity.