Platinum, Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Lapis Lazuli and Aventurine Pendant-Necklace, Van Cleef & Arpels

The necklace comprised of 14 fluted lapis lazuli beads measuring approximately 10.0 to 9.5 mm, spaced by eight cultured pearls measuring approximately 7.9 to 7.4 mm, further set with six aventurine quartz beads measuring approximately 7.9 mm, decorated with lapis lazuli rondelles set at intervals with rose-cut diamonds, length 22 inches, numbered 29979, with French assay and workshop marks; circa 1920s; suspending a pendant of later addition, centered by an aventurine quartz bead measuring approximately 13.0 mm, framed by eight lapis lazuli discs, bordered by 25 cultured pearls measuring approximately 5.0 to 3.8 mm, accented by round diamonds weighing approximately .60 carat, signed V.C.A., numbered N.Y. 32934; circa mid-1960s. Accompanied by a copy of the original Van Cleef & Arpels sketch and signed pouch.

In good condition. The fluted lapis lazuli beads and rondelles are a deep blue, well-matched for color, with some flecks of pyrite evident upon close inspection. The round cultured pearls range from a creamy to silvery white body color with soft rose and green overtones. Good luster and minor blemishing to the skins in the form of pitting and wrinkling. The aventurine quartz beads, including the center bead in the pendant, range from medium-light to medium slightly bluish green, nicely complementing the lapis lazuli beads and with some darker color mottling present. The aventurine beads may in fact be jade. The lapis lazuli discs set in the pendant are medium-deep grayish blue, with some flecking of pyrite. The diamonds set in the pendant are approximately H-J color, predominantly VS clarity. The diamonds accenting the necklace are near colorless and decorative in quality. Signed and numbered on the reverse of the pendant. Please note that the pearls have not been tested for natural origin. The necklace with French assay and workshop marks, not stamped "Made in France" as noted in the printed catalogue. The pendant signed V.C.A. and numbered N.Y. 32934, not stamped "Made in New York" as noted in the printed 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.

Please note that the pearls have not been tested for natural origin.