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PAIR OF NATURAL PEARL AND DIAMOND EARRINGS, EARLY 20TH CENTURY
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 GBP
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Description
- Natural pearls, diamonds, platinum
Each surmount of palmette design, millegrain-set with circular-cut diamonds, supporting a detachable pendant set with slightly baroque drop shaped natural pearls measuring approximately 12.5 x 13.0 x 15.7mm and 13.3 x 11.6 x 16.0mm respectively, capped with circular- and single-cut diamonds, post fittings.
Condition
Accompanied by a GCS report no. 78140-43, stating that the pearls measure approximately 16.8 x 13.2 x 11.5mm and 16.0 x 13.1 x 12.7mm are of white and light grey colour respectively, orient overtones, natural, saltwater and very good lustre. One pearl of white body colour and the other of greyish brown body colour, each with pink and green overtones, medium lustre, of irregular drop-shape, some banding and light scratches. Diamonds bright and lively, estimated total weight approximately 1.00-1.20 carats, estimated clarity SI/I on average and I/J colour, as gauged within the limitations of the mount. Scratches to metal. Some areas of discolouration. Total gross weight approximately 16 grams. Overall condition commensurate with age and wear.
"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."
Catalogue Note
Accompanied by a gemmological report.