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Pair of diamond pendent earrings, Van Cleef & Arpels, 1950s
Estimate
40,000 - 60,000 CHF
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Description
- Van Cleef & Arpels
- diamonds, gold
Each floral surmount supporting a detachable articulated pine cone shape drop, set with brilliant-cut diamonds, signed Van Cleef & Arpels, numbered, French assay marks for gold and maker's marks, post and clip fittings.
Literature
Cf.: Sylvie Raulet, Van Cleef & Arpels, Paris, Editions du Regard, 1986, pg. 241 for an illustration of a similar pair of earrings.
Condition
Each signed Van Cleef & Arpels, numbered 79550, maker's mark for VCA, French assay marks for 18 carat gold. Diamonds estimated to weigh a total of 18.00 - 22.00 carats, on average G-H colour, VS clarity, as gauged and graded in the mount. Scratches to the metal consistent with light use. In very good condition. Total gross weight approximately 36 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."