Diamond and ruby brooch and earclips, Van Cleef & Arpels, New York, 1988

Round diamonds weighing approximately 19.00 carats, mounted in 18 karat gold, brooch signed Van Cleef & Arpels, numbered, NY 56325, earclips signed Van Cleef & Arpels, numbered NY 56324.  With signed box.

Brooch: 318 round diamonds weighing approximately 12.72 carats, estimated color F-G, estimated clarity VS. Set with 15 oval rubies of a medium dark, slightly pinkish-red hue, slightly included, well matched in color. In very good condition. Earclips: 252 round diamonds weighing approximately 6.30 carats, estimated color F-G, estimated clarity VS. Set with 10 oval rubies of a medium dark, slightly pinkish-red hue, slightly included, well matched in color. 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.
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