ORANGE SAPPHIRE AND DIAMOND NECKLACE AND PAIR OF MATCHING PENDENT EARRINGS

The stylised necklace composed of numerous oval orange sapphires, suspending to the front graduated cascading fringes of similarly-set orange sapphires, highlighted by brilliant-cut diamonds, the orange sapphires and diamonds together weighing approximately 60.00 and 11.00 carats respectively; and pair of matching pendent earrings, the orange sapphires and diamonds altogether weighing approximately 19.00 and 1.40 carats; mounted in 18 karat white gold. (2)

Colour and Clarity: In our opinion, the orange sapphires are about medium yellow-orange to medium strong reddish orange colours, very clean to naked eyes and lively. Diamonds are about I to J colours, VS to SI clarity. Condition: This suite is offered without reserve. Both necklace and earclips are 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.