Lot 1869
  • 1869

Pair of Gem-Set and Diamond 'Lotus' Pendent Earrings, Michele della Valle

Estimate
120,000 - 150,000 HKD
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Description

  • Michele della Valle
  • sapphire, coloured sapphire, diamond, cultured pearl, gold, ruby
Each designed as a lotus flower extending to a pear-shaped frame, set with circular-cut diamonds, yellow sapphires and rubies, to a surmount set with a carved sapphire, suspending a cultured pearl, the diamonds altogether weighing approximately 3.80 carats, mounted in 18 karat white gold.

Condition

Colour and Clarity: In our opinion, the diamonds are about H to J colours, VS clarity. Other yellow diamonds are of strong saturation, SI clarity. Two carved sapphires are of medium intense blue colour, rubies are of bright red colour, generally eye clean. Two pearl drops, not tested for origin, semi-baroque shape, cream white colour with moderate surface blemishes. Condition: Karat white gold mounts, in very good condition. IMPORTANT NOTICE: Please note that jadeite and rubies of Burmese origin and articles of jewellery containing jadeite or rubies of Burmese origin all less than 100 years old may not be imported into the US. The purchaser's inability to import any item into the U.S. or any other country as a result of these or other restrictions shall not justify cancellation or rescission of the sale or any delay in payment. Please check with the specialist department if you are uncertain as to whether a lot is subject to these import restrictions, or any other restrictions on importation or exportation.
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 a signed pouch and a signed box.
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