藍寶石配鑽石手鏈, 梵克雅寶（Van Cleef & Arpels）

• 鑲5顆塔糖形蛋面藍寶石，共重約193.73卡拉
• 配正方形、長方形及圓形鑽石
• 長度7英寸
• 附法國檢測標記、Rubel Frères工坊標記及Van Cleef & Arpels工匠蓋印
• 年份約1935
*拍品資料以英文為主，中文翻譯僅供參考

Sotheby's New York, April 25, 2002, Magnificent Jewels from the Estate of Janice H. Levin, lot 76.

In very good condition, with light surface wear to the mounting. Stamped with Van Cleef and Arpels maker's mark on the second diamond-set link from the female end of the clasp; with workshop marks for Rubel Frères on the tongue clasp and the mounting to the central sapphire; with French assay marks for platinum; and PT950 for platinum. The sapphires are a well matched medium to medium-deep violetish blue with minor color zoning seen on close inspection under direct light; starting from the female clasp, sapphires 1, 2, and 3 with minor finger prints. When viewed from the reverse, minor reflective silk seen in sapphires 2 and 4. The bases to sapphires 4 and 5 are faceted. All retaining a high polish with no apparent abrasions. Faint asterism is seen on the central sapphire under direct light. The 20 square-cut diamonds weighing in total approximately 5.00 carats, 10 rectangular-cut diamonds weighing in total approximately 5.00 carats and numerous round and old European-cut diamonds weighing approximately 14.00 carats; all approximately F-G color, VVS-VS clarity. Safety chain has been removed, but rings still in place on mounting to allow for one to be added.
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.Certificates of Authenticity: Various manufacturers may not issue certificates of authenticity upon request. Sotheby's is not under an obligation to furnish the purchaser with a certificate of authenticity from the manufacturer at any time. Unless the requirements for a rescission of the sale under the Terms of Guarantee are satisfied, the failure of a manufacturer to issue a certificate will not constitute grounds to rescind the sale. Gemological Certificates and Reports: References in the catalogue descriptions to certificates or reports issued by gemological laboratories are provided only for the information of bidders, and Sotheby's does not guarantee and accepts no responsibility for the accuracy, terms or information contained in such certificates or reports. Please also note that laboratories may differ in their assessment of a gemstone (including its origin and presence, type and extent of treatments) and their certificates or reports may contain different results.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.

附美國AGL證書，編號1084703，2017年5月31日，指出藍寶石產地為斯里蘭卡，未經加熱處理。