'Orchidée' Coloured Sapphire and Diamond Necklace | 卡地亞 | 'Orchidée' 彩色剛玉 配 鑽石 項鏈, Cartier

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Cartier | 'Orchidée' Coloured Sapphire and Diamond Necklace
卡地亞 | 'Orchidée' 彩色剛玉 配 鑽石 項鏈

Designed as a line of collet-set brilliant-cut diamonds, suspending an orchid motif pavé-set with similarly-cut diamonds of pink and near colourless tint, supporting a pendant set with cushion-shaped coloured sapphires, mounted in platinum, signed Cartier and numbered, length approximately 400mm.

Accompanied by Cartier certificate of authenticity. Please note that the diamonds of pink and yellow tint have not been tested for natural colour origin.

Condition Report:
Please note that the diamonds of pink and yellow tint have not been tested for natural colour origin. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Cartier. Signed Cartier, numbered 29983B, stamped Pt950 for platinum. Coloured sapphires ranging from medium orange to medium deep orangy red of medium to medium strong saturation, with few typical natural inclusions, some surface reaching, with minor blemishes and nicks as examined under 10x magnification, not noticeable when worn. Largest sapphire weighs approximately 2-3 carats. Diamonds are bright and lively. Minor signs of wear to metal. Overall in very good condition. Case stamped Cartier.

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.