- 1809
PAIR OF SAPPHIRE AND DIAMOND EAR CLIPS, Van Cleef & Arpels
Estimate
950,000 - 1,200,000 HKD
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Description
- Van Cleef & Arpels
- sapphire, diamond, gold
Each centring on an emerald-cut sapphire weighing 7.24 and 5.09 carats respectively, surrounded by tapered baguette and baguette diamonds altogether weighing approximately 1.80 carats, mounted in 18 karat white gold, signed and numbered N.Y.50269.1.
Condition
Colour and Clarity: According to Gübelin report, the two sapphires are matching, of slightly deep, strong blue colour, eye clean. Upon 10x loupe, there are some surface abrasions on their crowns and minor silks, not seen to naked eyes. One sapphire has a tiny surface opening on the pavilion, not seen to naked eyes. Tapered diamonds are about F to G colours, VS clarity. Signed and numbered to the clip backs.
Condition: Karat white gold mounts, with signs of wear to the metal, otherwise 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 report numbered 9804125 - 1 and 2, dated 15 May 1998, stating that the 7.24 and 5.09 carat sapphires are natural, of Burmese (Myanmar) origin, with no indications of thermal treatment.