COLLECTION OF PEARL AND DIAMOND JEWELLERY, LATE 19TH AND EARLY 20TH CENTURY

Comprising: a bracelet of curb linking decorated to the front with two rows of pearls, accented by a line and trefoils of rose-cut diamonds, length approximately 170mm; a brooch depicting a chimera entwined around a bar with pearl terminals, the body highlighted with rose-cut diamonds, embellished with a seed pearl issuing from its mouth; together with a dress pin set with a circular-cut diamond and a tied ribbon bow motif decorated with rose-cut diamonds and suspending an articulated pearl drop.

Bracelet: Stamped to the tongue with French import marks. Pearls well matched in size and shape, several with a light greyish body colour, medium lustre on average, some with rosé overtones, one pearl cracked. Diamonds lively. Well articulated bracelet. Detached safety chain, could benefit from attention by a professional jeweller. In good condition. Brooch: Rose cut diamonds lively. Single-cut ruby eyes a slightly pinkish red hue. Drop pearl with a slightly creamy bodycolour, rosé overtones and a medium lustre. Other two pearls with similar qualities. Pin very slightly bent. Scratches to polished reverse consistent with cleaning. Evidence of repair to the bar- it has been broken in two at some point and soldered back. Dress Pin: Principal diamond weighing approximately 0.20 carat, estimated colour I, estimated clarity I, remaining stones bright and lively. Pearl measuring approximately 5.9mm, cream bodycolour, medium lustre, well articulated. Collection in good condition.
"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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

Pearls untested.