Lot 253
  • 253

GOLD, COLORED STONE AND DIAMOND NECKLACE

Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • length 19 ins.
Certain permits may be required for export,

Condition

Good condition. The necklace composed of 6 green chalcedony beads carved in Chinese taste (approx. 17.7 mm) spaced by amethyst and purplish red glass beads and gold rondelles. The pendant depicting the bust of an exotic figure with a carved amethyst face. The gold breastplate and headdress set with numerous gemstones including tourmaline, ruby, emerald, zircon, carved sapphire, spinel and coral. Completed by 18 round- and single-cut diamonds, approx. 0.35 ct, near colorless and of decorative value. Pendant, approximately 2 1/2 inches and fitted with pin backing for wear as brooch.
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.