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Sapphire and diamond earclips
Estimate
20,000 - 25,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
One earclip set in the center with a sugarloaf sapphire weighing 7.17 carats, the other set in the center with a sugarloaf pink sapphire weighing 6.75 carats, both framed by pear-shaped and marquise-shaped diamonds, the total diamond weight 8.65 carats, mounted in platinum.
Condition
Very good condition. Please see AGTA report no. 11000210 stating that the blue sapphire is natural, no indications of heating; also stating that the pink sapphire has indications of heating. The medium-light slightly violetish blue sapphire is lightly included with faint, mist-like finger prints and minor color zoning. The medium-light slightly purplish pink sapphire is moderately included with 2 small cavities (one near the girdle, one to the side), but the cavities are not immediately apparent. The 16 pear-shaped and 8 marquise-shaped diamonds weigh 5.58 carats and 3.09 carats, respectively; approximately G-H color, VS clarity. Fitted with pendant hooks.
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 AGTA report no. 11000210 stating that the blue sapphire is natural, no indications of heating; also stating that the pink sapphire has indications of heating.