18K GOLD, EMERALD AND DIAMOND NECKLACE

1 heart-shaped emerald and 321 diamonds approx 5.40 & 11.60 cts,

Very good condition with minimal wear to the mounting. The links are nicely flexible and the necklace as a whole is well-made. Featuring a heart-shaped, lively, slightly bluish green emerald of good quality (minimal eye-visible inclusions). Further set with similarly colored pear-shaped emeralds and round-, marquise-, baguette- and tapered baguette-cut diamonds, approx G-I color and predominantly VS clarity. Pendant measures 1 3/4 x 1 3/4"; does not detach. Fitted with safety closure. The present lot was featured in an article from the Spring 1992 issue of Proposte magazine showing; a color photocopy of the article is available to the purchaser upon request.
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.