Lot 269
  • 269

Pair of sapphire and diamond earrings and a sapphire and diamond ring

Estimate
32,000 - 52,000 CHF
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Description

  • white gold, sapphire, diamond
Each earring suspending a cushion-shaped sapphire accented with brilliant-cut diamonds, the surmount of floral design similarly accented, post and butterfly fittings; the ring claw-set with a cushion-shaped sapphire weighing 5.83 carats within a frame of brilliant-cut and baguette diamonds, size 52.

Condition

The revised estimate is CHF 32,000 - 52,000 / USD 32,000 - 52,000. Accompanied by SSEF report no. 79300, stating that the sapphires show no indications of heating, the sapphire in the ring is of Burmese origin, the other two may be determinable if unmounted. The earrings: butterfly fittings stamped 750 for 18 carat gold. Sapphires measuring approximately 10.90 x 8.05 x 8.35 and 11.40 x 8.30 x 7.30mm, estimated to weigh approximately 7.00 and 6.60 carats, as gauged in the mounting. Sapphires well matched in colour, of medium strong saturation, with typical inclusions, some small nicks and abrasions. Diamonds bright and lively. Normal signs of wear to the metal, scratches consistent with use. In good condition. Total gross weight approximately 18 grams. The ring: stamped 950 Pt for platinum. Engraved 60A-2874-25. According to the SSEF report, the sapphire measuring 9.90 x 9.46 x 6.39mm, weighing 5.83 carats, is blue of strong saturation, for further information please refer to the report. With typical inclusions visible under close inspection, and a few nicks and abrasions. Diamonds estimated to weigh a total of approximately 2.50 - 3.00 carats, on average G - H colour, VS - SI clarity, as gauged and graded in the mounting. Signs of normal wear to the metal, scratches consistent with use. In good condition. Gross weight approximately 9 grams.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Please note that colour, clarity and weight of gemstones are statements of opinion only and not statements of fact by Sotheby's. We do not guarantee, and are not responsible for any certificate from a gemological laboratory that may accompany the property. We do not guarantee that watches are in working order. 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue, in particular to the Notice regarding the treatment and condition of gemstones and to the Notice regarding import of Burmese jadeite and rubies into the US.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."