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Impressive sapphire and diamond clip, Cartier
Estimate
240,000 - 430,000 CHF
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Description
- sapphire, diamond, gold
The cushion-shaped sapphire weighing 32.37 carats, set within a surround of pear-shaped and brilliant-cut diamonds, signed Cartier, French assay and maker's marks.
Condition
Accompanied by SSEF report no. 75322, stating that the sapphire weighing 32.37 carats and measuring 15.80 x 15.77 x 13.30 mm, is of Ceylon origin, with no indications of heating.
Signed Cartier, French maker's marks. Stamped with French assay marks and 750 for for 18 carat gold. Inscribed S:32.39, R:24.39, P:7.07 for the stated weights of the sapphire, round brilliant-cut diamonds and pear-shaped diamonds. Sapphire of medium strong saturation, with good transparency, and typical inclusions, a few minor abrasions, nicks and chips on crown and girdle visible under 10x magnification. Diamonds weighing a total of approximately 31.46 carats, on average G-I colour, VS-SI clarity, as graded in the mounting. Signs of little wear to the metal. Retractable clasps allow clip to be worn as a pendant, no additional fittings included. In very good condition. Gross weight approximately 43 grams.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Please note that colour, clarity and weight of gemstones are statements of opinion only and not statements of fact by Sotheby's. We do not guarantee, and are not responsible for any certificate from a gemological laboratory that may accompany the property. We do not guarantee that watches are in working order. 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue, in particular to the Notice regarding the treatment and condition of gemstones and to the Notice regarding import of Burmese jadeite and rubies into the US.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Please note that colour, clarity and weight of gemstones are statements of opinion only and not statements of fact by Sotheby's. We do not guarantee, and are not responsible for any certificate from a gemological laboratory that may accompany the property. We do not guarantee that watches are in working order. 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue, in particular to the Notice regarding the treatment and condition of gemstones and to the Notice regarding import of Burmese jadeite and rubies into the US.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."