Lot 1868
  • 1868

Fine Pair of Diamond Pendent Earclips

Estimate
12,000,000 - 14,000,000 HKD
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Description

  • platinum and diamond
Each suspending a pear-shaped diamond weighing 9.42 and 8.93 carats respectively, to a surmount set with cluster of marquise-shaped diamonds, connected by a brilliant-cut diamond, the diamonds altogether weighing approximately 7.00 carats, mounted in platinum, tops signed HW, pendants detachable.

Condition

Colour and Clarity: According to GIA reports, the two largest pear-shaped diamonds are D colour, Internally Flawless clarity. Separate letter further states that they are Type IIa diamonds. Please refer to the reports and letters for details. In our opinion, other smaller diamonds are about E to G colours, VS to SI1 clarity. Condition; Both ear-clip tops signed HW, two pear-shaped diamond pendants are detachable, overall in very 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.

Catalogue Note

Accompanied by two GIA reports numbered 1162905747 and 1162940227, dated 5 January and 2 February 2015, stating that the 9.42 and 8.93 carat diamonds are both D colour, Internally Flawless clarity; also accompanied by diamond type classification reports stating that the diamonds are determined to be a Type IIa diamonds. Type IIa diamonds are the most chemically pure type of diamond and often have exceptional optical transparency.
Further accompanied by a signed box.