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PEARL AND DIAMOND NECKLACE, EARLY 20TH CENTURY
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
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Description
- DIAMONDS, PEARLS
Designed as a graduated single row of pearls measuring from approximately 5.35mm to 9.3mm, to a navette-shaped clasp, pierced and millegrain-set with circular-cut and rose diamonds, length approximately 565mm, French assay and maker's marks.
Condition
Accompanied be a report from Gwilym M. Jones stating that all are natural pearls and are inert in ultraviolet light. Please note, pearls that are inert when subjected to ultraviolet light are most often natural saltwater pearls.
Stamped with French assay mark for 18 carat gold to tongue and Maker's mark G L in a lozenge with a flower in the centre, possibly for Gaston Laperlier based at 147 rue du Temple, Paris. Pearls with slightly varying bodycolour from medium lustre on average some with high lustre, several with rosé and green overtones. Few pearls towards front with signs of cracking. Could benefit from being restrung. Secure clasp with safety chain. In 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. Please note that colour, clarity and weight of gemstones are statements of opinion only and not statements of fact by Sotheby's. We do not guarantee, and are not responsible for any certificate from a gemological laboratory that may accompany the property. We do not guarantee that watches are in working order. 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue, in particular to the Notice regarding the treatment and condition of gemstones and to the Notice regarding import of Burmese jadeite and rubies into the US.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Please note that colour, clarity and weight of gemstones are statements of opinion only and not statements of fact by Sotheby's. We do not guarantee, and are not responsible for any certificate from a gemological laboratory that may accompany the property. We do not guarantee that watches are in working order. 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue, in particular to the Notice regarding the treatment and condition of gemstones and to the Notice regarding import of Burmese jadeite and rubies into the US.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
Catalogue Note
Accompanied be a report from Gwilym M. Jones stating that all are natural pearls and are inert in ultraviolet light.