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18 Karat Gold, Colored Stone and Diamond 'Roi Soleil' Necklace and Earclips, Christian Dior, France
Estimate
55,000 - 75,000 USD
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Description
- Christian Dior
- 18 karat gold, yellow sapphire, spessartite garnet, diamond, necklace, earclips
The articulated necklace designed as a stylized sunburst, the beams pavé-set with oval yellow sapphires weighing 359.73 carats, and round spessartite garnets weighing 8.66 carats, accented by round diamonds weighing approximately 10.00 carats, length 17 inches, signed Christian Dior, numbered A0032, workshop marks, French assay marks; the earclips of similar design pavé-set with oval yellow sapphires weighing 30.69 carats, round spessartite garnets weighing 2.23 carats, and round diamonds weighing approximately 1.75 carats, signed Christian Dior, numbered A0032, workshop marks, French assay marks. With signed box.
Condition
Sapphires of varying shades of yellow ranging from light to deep golden, all eye-clean and very lively. Spessartites are vivid to deep orange and bright. Diamonds are F-G color, VS clarity. Necklace and earclips are beautifully articulated and crafted. Great care was taken to set the stones according to graduation in hue and saturation. Bears substantial heft and is very impressive. 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.
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.