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Two Pairs of 18 Karat Gold and Diamond Earclips and a Brooch, Henry Dunay
Estimate
8,000 - 10,000 USD
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Description
- gold, diamond, onyx, cultured pearl
The wave-shaped earclips set in the centers with round diamonds weighing approximately 5.90 carats, signed Dunay, numbered B5264, with maker's mark; the knot-style earclips set with round diamonds weighing approximately 2.20 carats, signed Dunay, numbered C1684, with maker's mark; the brooch designed as a stylized Geisha with a cultured pearl face measuring approximately 14.3 by 12.2 mm, with carved onyx hair, set with round diamonds weighing approximately 5.20 carats, signed Dunay, numbered C2096, with maker's mark; total gross weight approximately 66 dwts.
Condition
All pieces in good condition. No loss is visible to the stones or mount. Diamonds are approximately F-G color, VS clarity. Cultured pearl in the brooch is off-round and displays a silvery white color, with nice luster and little to no visible blemishing. The carved onyx is intact and in good condition. Gross weight of brooch approximately 27 dwts, gross weight of larger earclips approximately 28 dwts, gross weight of smaller earclips approximately 12 dwts. Length of larger earclips approximately 1 1/2 inches, length of smaller earclips approximately 7/8 inch.
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.