ART NOUVEAU PLIQUE-À-JOUR ENAMEL, PERIDOT AND DIAMOND NECKLACE, CIRCA 1900

Centring on a pear-shaped peridot weighing approximately 2.20 carats, amid an openwork frame, decorated by plique-à-jour enamel, rose- and old-cut diamonds, completed by a double link-chain spectacle-set with rose-cut diamonds, the diamonds together weighing approximately 4.00 carat,mounted in 18 karat white and yellow gold, length approximately 365mm, pendant detachable, brooch fitting deficient.

Colour and Clarity: In our opinion, the diamonds are generally about K to L colours, SI clarity. The largest old-mine cut diamond on pendant is approximately 0.50-0.60 carat. Peridot in the middle is of medium yellowish green colour, eye clean. Condition: The necklace can be detached into five sections with hook fittings. The plique-à-jour enamel is in good condition. An antique necklace has normal wear and abrasions to the metal, commensurate to age, otherwise 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. 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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