Two Pairs of Shell Earclips

The first pair of white shell earclips decorated with gold studs and colored stone cabochons, mounted in 14 karat gold; the second pair designed as fluted gold shells set with two cabochon sapphires and six round diamonds weighing approximately .10 carat, mounted in 18 karat gold.

In good condition. GOLD EARCLIPS: The gold with some scratching due to wear, small spots of tarnish to the reverse of the earclips. The sapphire cabochons are medium violetish blue, lightly included. The near-colorless diamonds are approximately VS clarity, gross weight approximately 10 dwts. SHELL EARCLIPS: There are two minor chips to the shells (one on each) but these are not readily apparent. The ruby cabochons are medium purplish red and moderately to heavily included, the sapphires are dark violet blue, moderately included and the emeralds are medium green and heavily included.
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.