- 1632
NATURAL PEARL AND DIAMOND RING, AND PAIR OF MATCHING EARPENDANTS
Estimate
160,000 - 200,000 HKD
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Description
- natural pearl, diamond, white gold
The ring of crossover design, set with two semi-baroque drop-shaped natural pearls measuring approximately 13.75 x 11.26mm and 13.35 x 11.46mm respectively, embellished by circular-cut and baguette diamonds; and pair of matching earpendants, each set with a semi-baroque natural pearl measuring approximately 12.91 x 11.50mm and 12.54 x 11.04mm respectively, surmounted by three graduated circular-cut diamonds altogether weighing approximately 3.15 carats; mounted in 18 karat white gold. (2) Ring size: 6ΒΌ
Condition
Colour and Clarity: According to GIA reports, all four pearls are natural, saltwater pearls, with no indications of treatment. Please refer to the reports for details. In our opinion, the pearls on ring are of semi-baroque drop-shape, slightly cream white colour, medium lustre with moderate surface blemishes, very common to natural pearls and not noticeable when worn. Two other pearls on ear-pendants are semi-baroque shape, white colour, good lustre with moderate surface blemishes. The two largest diamonds on ear-pendants weigh approximately 1.10 and 1.15 carats respectively, L to M colours, VS clarity. Other diamonds are about H to I colours, VS clarity.
Condition: Vintage mounts, surface dents and abrasions particularly to the ring shank, otherwise in 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.
Catalogue Note
Accompanied by GIA reports numbered 2155480968 and 5151480882, dated 4 June 2013, stating that the pearls are natural saltwater pearls, with no indications of treatment.