18 Karat Gold, Sapphire, Citrine and Diamond Brooch, Van Cleef & Arpels

Designed as a floral bouquet, the flower petals set with five cushion-cut yellow sapphires weighing approximately 8.75 carats and six oval-shaped citrines, accented by round and calibré-cut citrines, the flowers centered by old European and single-cut diamonds weighing approximately 1.45 carats, signed Van Cleef & Arpels, numbered N.Y 7GB; circa 1940.

In good condition. The diamonds are approximately E-G color, VS clarity. The sapphires are light to medium yellow and range from eye-clean to lightly included. The citrines are a rich, medium to medium dark yellowish orange and eye-clean. The gold with minor discoloration, commensurate with age.
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.