Gold necklace and a colored stone and diamond ring, The necklace circa 1945

The flexible choker designed as a braid of snake-link chains, weighing approximately 51 dwts., clasp engraved "Eleanor Lansing Thomas 1948", length 14 inches; the gold band ring decorated on the front with wavy bands of sapphire, ruby and emerald beads alternating with bands of small round diamonds weighing approximately .30 carat, size 7.  Together with two gold rings, one set with an emerald-cut synthetic color change sapphire, the other a cushion-cut quartz.

NECKLACE: 5/8 inch wide, some discoloration to the clasp ends, but in good condition overall. Clasp tongue stamped Brand - Chatillon. COLORED STONE RING: Scratching to the gold and numerous chips and abrasions to the stone beads, but in good condition overall. Set with round diamonds approximately F-G color and VVS-VS clarity. 3/4 inch wide. PURPLE STONE RING: (not pictured in catalogue) set with an emerald-cut synthetic color-change sapphire stone which is approximately 30.00 cts. The stone changes from a medium violet blue to a bright pinkish purple in different lights. Set into a pinkish gold split shank with intricate gallery. Marked with Egyptian hallmarks for 18K gold. Size 6. CLEAR STONE RING: (not pictured in catalogue) Set with a cushion-cut rock crystal quartz stone approximately 9.00 cts, and eye clean clarity. Set in a pinkish gold mounting with ex-Soviet Union hallmarks for 21K gold. Size 7 1/2.
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.
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