Lot 819
  • 819

GROUP OF JEWELLERY

Estimate
78,000 - 120,000 HKD
bidding is closed

Description

Comprising: a floral spray brooch of gold rope decorated with graduated circular-cut rubies and brilliant-cut diamonds, mounted in 18 karat yellow gold, hallmark for Gübelin and numbered 43C11489; a brooch composed of two entwined brilliant-cut diamond loops, joined by an 18 karat yellow gold knot, mounted in platinum; and a pair of ear clips of cluster design, composed of variously-shaped diamonds of pink, yellow, orangy brown and brownish yellow hues, embellished with brilliant-cut diamonds, mounted in 18 karat white and yellow gold, clip and post fittings. (3)

Condition

Colour and Clarity: The floral spray brooch is accompanied by a report stating that it is Gübelin. In our opinion, the rubies are of deep purple-red colour, transparent to semi-transparent clarity and diamonds of G-I colours, VS-SI clarity. The diamonds on the other brooch are of F-G colours, VS-SI clarity. The coloured diamonds on the earrings are composed of diamonds of light to intense yellow colours, pink, orangy brown and brownish yellow, mostly SI clarity. The other diamonds about F-G colours, VS-SI clarity. Condition: All with minute signs of wear, in very good condition.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. 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. Illustrations in the catalogue may not be actual size. Prospective purchasers are reminded that, unless the catalogue description specifically states that a stone is natural, we have assumed that some form of treatment may have been used and that such treatment may not be permanent. Our presale estimates reflect this assumption.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.