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Pair of sapphire and diamond ear clips, Cartier
Estimate
79,000 - 138,000 CHF
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Description
- Sapphires, diamonds, yellow gold
Each set with a cushion-shaped sapphire, within a frame of pear-shaped and circular-cut diamonds, signed Cartier, numbered, French assay and maker's marks.
Condition
Accompanied by AGL reports no. CS39753 and no. CS39752, dated 12 June 2008, stating that the cushion-shaped sapphires weighing 5.75 and 6.20 carats and measuring 10.35 x 9.58 x 6.47mm and 10.23 x 9.51 x 7.58mm, are of Ceylon origin, with no evidence of heat enhancement.
Each signed Cartier, numbered 602361. French maker's marks, French assay marks and stamped 750 for 18 carat gold. Inscribed HPSM134. Sapphires well matched in colour, blue of strong saturation, with good transparency, a few typical inclusions visible under 10 x magnification, small nicks and abrasions. For further details on the sapphires, please refer to the gemmological reports. Diamonds estimated to weigh a total of approximately 11.00 - 13.00 carats, on average H-I colour, VS clarity, as gauged and graded in the mounts. Signs of wear to the metal consistent with use. In very good condition. Total gross weight approximately 20 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."
"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."