CULTURED PEARL AND DIAMOND NECKLACE, MIKIMOTO

Of crossover design, set to one side with graduated cultured pearls of light golden colour to white colour, the cultured pearls measuring approximately 3.60 to 6.97mm, accentuated on the other side with woven gold chains, highlighted by brilliant-cut diamonds extending to the clasp, the diamonds together weighing approximately 2.50 carats, mounted in 18 karat yellow gold, length approximately 420 to 500mm, signed.

Colour and Clarity: In our opinion, the cultured pearls are of light golden yellow colour on the back, graduating to white colour with rosè overtone in the front, very good to excellent lustre and clean to naked eyes. Diamonds are about E to F colour, VVS to VS clarity. Signed to the back. Condition: A unique piece, custom order by Mikimoto, in karat gold mount, excellent condition. This necklace is offered without reserve.
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.

Accompanied by a signed box.