- 1731
Pair of Diamond Pendent Earclips, Cartier
Estimate
3,200,000 - 4,000,000 HKD
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Description
- Diamond, Gold
Each suspending on a pear-shaped diamond weighing 4.22 and 4.02 carats respectively, surmounted by circular-cut, marquise- and pear-shaped diamonds together weighing approximately 3.80 carats, mounted in 18 karat white gold, pendent detachable, 1950s, signed Cartier Paris and numbered P9258.
Condition
Colour and Clarity: According to the GIA report, the 4.22 and 4.02 carat pear-shaped diamonds are D Colour, Internally Flawless; and the 4.22 carat diamond has been determined to be a Type IIa diamond. Please refer to the report for details. In our opinion, the smaller circular-cut, pear-and marquise-shaped diamonds are mainly about G to H colour (with a few F and I colour), VS clarity. Signed and numbered, and with French assay marks for platinum and gold.
Condition: Platinum mount with karat white gold clip backing, shows signs of normal wear commensurate with the age, overall in very good condition.
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.
Catalogue Note
Accompanied by two GIA reports numbered 1152573913 and 5151573900, dated 01 August 2013 and 24 July 2013, stating that the both 4.22 and 4.02 carat diamonds are both D colour, Internally Flawless; also accompanied by diamond type classification reports stating that the 4.22 carat diamond is determined to be a Type IIa diamond. Type IIa diamonds are the most chemically pure type of diamond and often have exceptional optical transparency.