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Diamond and ruby demi-parure, 'Pillbox', 1940s
Estimate
2,500 - 4,500 GBP
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Description
- Ruby/diamond/gold/platinum
Comprising: a pair of ear clips of hemispherical form with pierced geometric apertures, claw-set with circular-cut rubies and brilliant-cut diamonds, one signed Van Cleef & Arpels, numbered, the other unsigned, French assay and maker's marks, each with one ruby deficient; and a ring, size M, numbered, three rubies deficient; 1944.
Condition
Earclips: one ear clip fitting signed Van Cleef & Arpels N.Y., numbered 7150 on clip fitting. Other ear clip with French assay mark for 18 carat gold, French maker's mark R.S. with star, for Senez, Dieppe, on clip fitting. Clip fittings with hinged posts. Each ear clip with one ruby deficient. Each approximately 24mm diameter. One clip fitting tarnished. Clip fittings and hinged post intact and secure, with good tension.
Ring: stamped 18K for 18 carat gold, numbered 8976 on shank. Hemispherical top half approximately 27mm diameter. Three rubies deficient.
All rubies purplish-red, transparent, with typical inclusions visible to the naked eye, some surface-reaching. Diamonds bright and lively, estimated total diamond weight approximately 0.50 - 1.00 carats. Light scratches and areas of discolouration to metal surfaces consistent with wear. Light scratches to ruby surfaces consistent with wear. In 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. 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.
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.
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."