Lot 499
  • 499

Emerald and diamond necklace

Estimate
135,000 - 225,000 CHF
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Description

  • Emerald, diamond, gold
Composed of lines of brilliant-cut and baguette diamonds, cascading into three pendants of foliate design featuring two step-cut and one cushion-shaped emerald, embellished with marquise-shaped and circular-cut diamonds, length approximately 365mm, French assay and partial maker's marks, fitted case.

Condition

Accompanied by SSEF report no. 71806, stating that the emeralds weighing approximately 6.5, 8.8 and 8.4 carats respectively, and measuring approximately 11.60 x 11.15 x 6.75 mm, 16.40 x 15.40 x 4.65 mm, and 12.60 x 12.45 x 7.15 mm, are of Colombian origin, with a moderate amount of oil in fissures. Partial maker's mark on clasp. Stamped with French assay marks and Or for 18 carat gold, French assay marks and Pt 950 for platinum. Emeralds of medium strong saturation, with very good transparency and typical crystal inclusions, some surface reaching, for further information please refer to the report. Diamonds estimated to weigh a total of approximately 30.00 - 40.00 carats, on average G- I colour, VS-SI clarity, as gauged and graded in the mounting. Clasp secure, safety latch. Little sign of wear consistent with light use. In very good condition. Gross weight approximately 86 grams. Please note that Sotheby's is not responsible for the accuracy of any estimated weights provided by gemmological certificates.
"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.
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