Suite of cultured pearl, colored stone and diamond jewelry, Seaman Schepps, circa 1945

Comprising a necklace, a bracelet, a pair of clip-brooches, a pair of earclips and a ring,  the triple-strand necklace strung with 164 cultured pearls measuring approximately 9.8 to 5.4 mm., the four-strand bracelet composed of 113 cultured pearls measuring approximately 5.9 mm., the necklace and bracelet clasps and the balance of the suite set with numerous round zircons and round and cushion-shaped pink tourmalines and cultured pearls, further set with round and single-cut diamonds weighing a total of approximately 6.50 carats, mounted in gold and platinum, lengths of necklace and bracelet 18 and 7¾ inches, ring size 8¼, all except earclips signed Seaman Schepps.

Good condition. The zircons and pink tourmalines are more subtly colored than indicated by the catalogue illustration; eye-clean to lightly included with some light abrading to the facet junctions. The diamonds are approximately G-H-I-J color, VS-SI clarity with some chipping. The round to near round pearls are slightly more silvery than indicated by the catalogue illustration with rose and green overtones, very good luster and minimal blemishing. Brooches signed on pinbridge interior. Necklace signed on clasp (the first S obliterated). The "EPPS" to the bracelet's signature was obliterated and later adjusted by hand to read "EPS". The ring is signed with an applied plaque to the rim of the gallery. The earclips, with screw-back closures, are unsigned.
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.
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