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Natural pearl and diamond necklace, one pearl cultured, late 19th century
Estimate
46,000 - 76,000 CHF
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Description
- natural pearl, diamond, metal
Composed of a graduated row of natural pearls measuring from approximately 4.45 to 8.55mm, one pearl cultured, accented with a diamond cluster clasp, length approximately 1620mm.
Condition
Accompanied by SSEF report no. 76239, stating that the two hundred and twenty-three pearls were found to be natural, saltwater, and one was found to be cultured.
Clasp mounted in silver and gold. According to the SSEF report, the pearls have a diameter of approximately 4.45 - 5.80 - 8.55 - 5.80 - 4.50 mm and are of white to cream body colour, partly with rosé and green overtones, good to very good lustre, with pitting, a fine hairlines and growth marks, a few with loss of nacre; for further information please refer to the SSEF report. Diamonds bright and lively. Clasp secure, safety catch to the side. Normal signs of wear to the metal, scratches consistent with use. In good condition. Gross weight approximately 74 grams.
"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."