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Platinum, Natural Pearl and Diamond Brooch, Circa 1915
Estimate
25,000 - 35,000 USD
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Description
- platinum, natural pearl, diamond
The brooch designed with delicate ribbon bows, set with three button-shaped natural pearls and suspending three drop-shaped natural pearls, set throughout with numerous old mine, old European, single and rose-cut diamonds, one diamond missing.
Condition
In good condition. The pearls have a silvery white body color, with some light rose overtones, medium luster, with some light blemishing evident under magnification and clear wrinkling to the center button pearl. The diamonds weigh approximately 7.50 carats and are approximately H-J color, VS-SI clarity. Nice millegrain work to the metal throughout and attractive detailing behind the center button pearl. One small diamond missing from cap of longest pearl suspension. Accompanied by SSEF report no. 65754 stating that the three drop-shaped pearls are natural, saltwater. The certificate further states that the three button-shaped pearls could not be tested due to the setting.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Catalogue Note
Accompanied by SSEF report no. 65754 stating that the three drop-shaped pearls are natural.