Lot 348
  • 348

Pair of 18 Karat Gold, Platinum, Invisibly-Set Sapphire and Diamond Earclips, Aletto Brothers

Estimate
40,000 - 60,000 USD
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Description

  • Aletto Brothers
  • 18 karat gold, sapphire, diamond, earclips, platinum
Designed as flowerheads with the petals invisibly-set with calibré-cut sapphires, set en tremblant in the center with pear-shaped diamonds weighing approximately 2.40 carats, accented by cabochon sapphires, signed Aletto Bros., numbered 51610.  With signed box.

Condition

Sapphires are an attractive medium to deep blue, well matched for color and eye clean. Some color zoning visible under magnification. The diamonds are approximately I-J color and VS clarity. The centers are set en tremblant. Very well made and in very good condition. Please note that a diamond-set, foliated brooch mounting by Aletto Bros. is available for purchase. The price and images of the fitting are available upon request.
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.