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An 18 Karat Gold and Diamond Pendant-Necklace and Earclips, Van Cleef & Arpels, France, Circa 1970
Estimate
45,000 - 55,000 USD
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Description
- Van Cleef & Arpels
- 18 karat gold, diamond
the necklace set with round diamonds weighing approximately 32.15 carats, the detachable pendant-brooch set with round diamonds weighing approximately 15.30 carats, length of necklace 22 inches, signed VCA, numbered 45750, French workshop and assay marks, necklace can be worn as three bracelets, length of bracelets 7½ inches, length of pendant-brooch 2½ inches, pin attachment for pendant-brooch missing; the earclips set with round diamonds weighing approximately 9.35 carats, signed VCA, Made in France, numbered NY45917, French assay and workshop marks, pendants detachable.
Condition
In good condition. The necklace set with approximately 528 round diamonds, the detachable pendant-brooch set with approximately 152 round diamonds, and the earclips set with approximately 140 round diamonds. The diamonds are approximately G-H color and VVS-VS clarity. Pin attachment to pendant-brooch missing. Bracelet lengths 7 1/2 inches, each bracelet signed and numbered and fitted with a safety closure. With pouch signed Fred Leighton. This set can be worn a number of different ways. Additional photos are available from the department upon request. Dimensions: Necklace length 22 inches. Earclips: 3/4 inch by 2 inches (including pendants).
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
A pendant-necklace of similar design is illustrated in Van Cleef & Arpels, by Sylvie Raulet, p.249.