Lot 406
  • 406

Pair of diamond ear clips, Hemmerle

Estimate
98,000 - 145,000 CHF
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Description

  • HEMMERLE
  • Gold, silver, diamonds
Each collet-set with a circular-cut diamond, suspending a pear-shaped diamond, accented with a small bow motif, highlighted with brilliant-cut stones, each with maker's mark.

Condition

Maker's mark for Hemmerle. Stamped 925 for silver and 750 for 18 carat gold, mounted in white gold and blackened silver. The mounting of each circular-cut diamond is pavé-set with brilliant-cut diamonds around the girdle. The two circular-cut diamonds measuring approximately 10.25 x 10.29mm and 10.49 x 10.43mm (depths not measurable), calculated to weigh approximately 3.50 - 4.00 carats each, are in our experts' opinions J - K and M+ colour, SI and VS clarity respectively; the two largest pear-shaped diamonds measuring approximately 17.09 x 10.08 x 5.99mm and 17.21 x 10.49 x 5.88mm, calculated to weigh approximately 6.00 carats each, I-J and M+ colour, I and SI1 clarity respectively. Diamonds estimated to weigh a total of 25.00 - 30.00 carats. Little sign of wear to the metal. In excellent condition. Total gross weight approximately 28 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."