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Pair of sapphire and diamond earclips, Cartier, Paris
Estimate
60,000 - 80,000 USD
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Description
The pear-shaped floral clusters set with 2 cushion-shaped sapphires weighing 6.20 and 5.79 carats, framed by 24 pear-shaped diamonds weighing approximately 2.10 carats and 32 round diamonds weighing approximately 5.30 carats, mounted in 18 karat gold, signed Cartier, numbered 602361, French assay marks and maker's marks. With signed box.
Condition
See GIA report stating the sapphires are of Ceylon origin, no indication of heat treatment. The stones are a bright shade of medium blue and of moderately included clarity. Diamonds are approximately F-G colot and VVS-VS clarity. Signed Cartier and numbered 602361 on the rim of each of the earclips mechanisms. In 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.
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.
Catalogue Note
Accompanied by AGL reports nos. CS39752 and CS39753 stating that the sapphires are of Ceylon origin; heat enhancement: none and no gemological evidence of heat enhancement present, respectively.