Lot 223
Property of a Private New South Wales Collector
Each terminating in a 11.5mm South Sea pearl embellished with pavé-set brilliant-cut diamonds to graduating carved emerald beads alternated with gold rondelles, surmounted by a foliate motif collet-set with a carved emerald, mounted in 18ct gold, post and scroll fittings, length 68mm, gross weight approximately 19.2 grams, signed White for Tony White.
Accompanied by a facsimile Cooks Hill Galleries valuation stating the earrings are Tony White and were purchased in 1991.
Estimate $2,000 - $3,000
In our opinion, the South Sea pearls of silvery bodycolour with naturally occurring growth rings and pitting, good lustre, very minor scratches only noticeable on close inspection. The emeralds are of commercial quality with typical inclusions, mounting displays scratches and scuffs, butterflies in base metal.
The mounting displays scratches and scuffs commensurate with age and wear. Butterflies in base metal.
The earrings are of good workmanship with signs of wear consistent with age and use, not noticeable when worn.
Overall condition very good.
The opinions expressed in the condition reports are a guide only and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Prospective buyers are encouraged to seek further information or request additional images during our pre-sale period where Leonard Joel staff are available for advice. Please note condition reports can be amended during the pre-sale period, so we strongly suggest any interested bidders check the published condition report available on the website before the auction commences. Leonard Joel makes no guarantee of the originality of mechanical or applied components. Absence of reference to such modifications does not imply that a lot is free from modifications.
Fine Jewels Sydney
AUCTION
Sale: LJ8818
6:30pm - 17 August 2026
36-40 Queen Street, Woollahra
VIEWING
BRIS: Sat 1 - Sun 2 Aug, 11am - 5pm, 54 Vernon Terrace, Teneriffe
MEL: Fri 7 - Sun 9 Aug, 11am - 5pm, 2 Oxley Rd, Hawthorn
SYD: Fri 14 - Sun 16 Aug, 11am - 5pm, The Bond, 36-40 Queen Street,
Woollahra
CONTACT
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lauren.boustridge@leonardjoel.com.au
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