Lot 121
  • 121

Pair of natural pearl and diamond pendent earrings and a natural pearl, onyx and diamond brooch

Estimate
40,000 - 60,000 CHF
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Description

  • natural pearl, onyx, diamond, metal
The earrings each set with a natural pearl, one button-shaped measuring approximately 10.25 x 10.35 x 10.90mm and one round measuring approximately 10.20 x 10.40mm, from an articulated line of circular- and single-cut diamonds, later post and butterfly fittings: the brooch with a fluted terminal set with a natural pearl measuring approximately 11.30 x 11.00mm, millegrain-set with calibré-cut onyx and single-cut and rose diamonds.

Condition

Accompanied by SSEF report no. 73563, stating that the pearls, weighing approximately 8.5 carat and 7.6 carat and measuring approximately 10.25 - 10.35 x 10.90 mm and 10.20 - 10.40 mm, were found to be natural, saltwater. Accompanied by SSEF report no. 73564, stating that the pearl, weighing approximately 9.7 carat and measuring approximately 11.00 - 11.30 mm, were found to be natural, saltwater. The earrings: According to the SSEF report the pearls are of white and slightly cream body colour, for further information please refer to the report; good lustre (on cream coloured pearls slightly better), very few (cream coloured pearl) to few (white coloured pearl) growth marks. Diamonds estimated to weigh a total of approximately 1.00 - 1.20 carats, on average of G-H colour and VS-SI clarity, as gauged and graded in mounting. Signs of normal wear to the metal, scratches consistent with use. In good condition. Gross weight approximately 12 grams. The brooch: According to the SSEF report, the pearl is of slightly cream body colour, for further information please refer to the report; medium lustre, some pitting and banding. Onyx in very good condition. Diamonds bright and lively. Signs of normal wear to the metal, scratches consistent with use. In good condition. Gross weight approximately 9 grams. Please note that Sotheby's is not responsible for the accuracy of any estimated weights provided by gemmological certificates.
"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 and to the Notice regarding import of Burmese jadeite and rubies into the US.
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."