PAIR OF NATURAL PEARL, SEED PEARL AND DIAMOND EAR CLIPS

Each suspending on a drop-shaped natural pearl measuring approximately 8.51 - 9.18 x 12.91mm and 8.39 - 8.40 x 12.81mm respectively, to a stylised scroll surmount set with brilliant-cut diamonds, supporting tassels of seed pearls interspersed by diamond facetted beads, the diamonds altogether weighing approximately 12.30 carats, mounted in 18 karat white gold.

Colour and Clarity: According to SSEF reports, both drop-shaped pearls are natural, saltwater pearls. The grey pearl also does not show any indications of artificial colour modification. Please refer to the reports for details. In our opinion, one is of white and the other of medium grey colour, both with rosè overtone, very good lustre with minute to minor surface blemishes which are not noticeable to naked eyes. Other seed pearls are of various hues, from white, cream white, purplish pink, brownish pink, purple, pinkish brown, light to medium dark grey colour. These seed pearls are off-round to ovoid-shape, medium to very good lustre with minor blemishes. Diamond beads are about G to H colours, SI clarity. Other brilliant-cut diamonds on the earclips are probably of similar colour, VS clarity. Condition: Vintage earclips, with signs of wear to the mounts, French assay marks, 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.

Accompanied by SSEF reports numbered 65251 and 65252, dated 16 October 2012, stating that the pearls are natural saltwater pearls, with no indication of artificial colour modification.