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PAIR OF NATURAL PEARL AND DIAMOND EARCLIPS, 1950S
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
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Description
Each surmount of foliate design set with brilliant- and single-cut diamonds, suspending a detachable lower section, the pear-shaped frame set with circular-cut diamonds, to a drop-shaped natural pearl swing centre, measuring approximately 18.8 x 13.0 x 11.7mm and 19.9 x 14.0 x 13.4mm respectively, the caps set with rose diamonds, indistinct assay marks.
Condition
Accompanied by GCS report no. 79224-94, dated 30th July 2019, stating that the pearls measuring 18.8 x 13.0 x 11.7mm and 19.9 x 14.0 x 13.4mm are natural, saltwater. Indistinct assay mark to clip fittings. Pearls of irregular drop shape, slightly flattened backs, smaller pearl of greyish body colour with purplish-rose overtones, larger pearl of light grey body colour, silvery overtones and brownish colour to reverse. Both with some very slight surface irregularities to nacre. Estimated total diamond weight approximately 8.00-12.00 carats. Total length approximately 78mm, length of surmounts approximately 23mm, combined gross weight approximately 40 grams. Overall condition good.
"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.