Natural pearl, seed pearl and diamond necklace, 1920s

The open work plaque set at the centre with a button-shaped natural pearl measuring 11.23 x 11.34 x 7.86mm and millegrain-set with circular- and single-cut diamonds, suspending a slightly baroque drop-shaped natural pearl measuring approximately 15.35 x 15.90 x 19.75mm, from a seed pearl, button-shaped natural pearl and diamond set chain, length approximately 540mm, one small diamond deficient.

Accompanied by SSEF report no. 72241, stating that the five pearls were found to be natural, saltwater, and that the seed pearls have not been tested. According to SSEF report, the pearl weighing approximately 2.324 carat (weight includes metal lining) measures 7.02 - 7.24 x 6.20 mm and is of slightly cream body colour, the pearl weighing 2.136 carat measures 7.26 - 7.36 x 5.76 mm and is of light cream body colour with a rosé overtone, the pearl weighing 7.395 carat measures 11.23 - 11.34 x 7.86 mm and is of slightly cream body colour, the pearl weighing approximately 33 carat measures approximately 15.35 - 15.90 x 19.75 mm and is of white body colour, the pearl weighing 2.168 carat measures 7.29 - 7.32 x 5.74 mm and is of light cream body colour with a rosé overtone, for further information please refer to the report; good lustre, few blemishes, the drop-shaped pearl with growths marks to the reverse. Seed pearls of silvery white to cream body colours, good lustre. Diamonds bright and lively, one diamond deficient. Clasp secure. Signs of normal wear to the metal, scratches consistent with use. In good condition. Gross weight approximately 48 grams. Please note that Sotheby's is not responsible for the accuracy of any estimated weights provided by gemmological certificates.
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