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Pair of seed pearl, ruby and diamond ear clips, 'Strawberry Cake', Michele della Valle
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 CHF
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Description
- Michele della Valle
- Rubies, diamonds, seed pearls, gold
Each of cluster design, set with cabochon rubies and seed pearls accented with brilliant-cut diamonds, signed Michele della Valle, maker's mark, Italian assay and maker's marks.
Condition
Each signed Michele della Valle, maker's mark. Italian maker's mark. Stamped 750 for 18 carat gold. Rubies well matched in colour, pinkish red of medium strong saturation, with typical surface-reaching inclusions, small scratches and nicks. Seed pearls of white to cream body colour, with good skin an lustre, small pinpoints and growth marks. Diamonds bright and lively. Signs of wear and small scratches to the metal. In good condition. Total gross weight approximately 46 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.
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."