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Diamond and sapphire pendant-brooch, Van Cleef & Arpels, New York, circa 1970
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
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Description
- Van Cleef & Arpels
The stylized Maltese cross pavé-set with 204 round diamonds weighing approximately 12.50 carats, further set with 8 marquise-shaped diamonds weighing approximately 1.40 carats, the center and edges decorated with 9 cushion-shaped sapphires, mounted in gold, the reverse with an inscription and date Feb. 3, 1970, signed VCA, numbered NY 39630.
Condition
There is a retractable pendant loop at the top. The reverse inscribed "E.C.B.H. from J.H.H. II, Feb. 3, 1970"
Good condition, the diamonds are G-H color, VS clarity. Sapphires are well matched medium blue color. The gold mounting is brighter and "less yellow" than illustration.
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.