Lot 116
  • 116

Pair of Two-Color Gold, Sapphire, Emerald and Diamond Earclips

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description

  • gold, sapphire, emerald, diamond
The paisley-shaped earclips set with numerous cabochon emeralds and sapphires, accented by round diamonds weighing approximately 2.95 carats; fitted with pendant hooks.

Condition

In good condition. The semi-transparent large cabochon sapphires are a medium slightly violetish blue, moderately included, with one stone exhibiting a large surface reaching fracture. The smaller cabochon sapphires are a medium deep to deep blue, moderately to heavily included, semi-transparent to translucent. The large semi-transparent cabochon emeralds are a medium light bluish green, moderately included with surface reaching fractures. The smaller cabochon emeralds are a medium bluish green, lightly to moderately included with several examples displaying surface reaching fractures and cavities. The diamonds are approximately G-I color, VS-SI clarity.
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.