Lot 137
  • 137

Aquamarine and spinel pendant-necklace

Estimate
25,000 - 30,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

The pendant composed of a large pear-shaped aquamarine weighing 60.33 carats, suspended from a necklace of cushion-shaped pink and lavender spinels weighing a total of approximately 63.75 carats, mounted in 18 karat gold, length 18 inches, pendant detachable. 

Condition

The spinels range in color from a light pink to a medium light violet. All are eye-clean and bright. The aquamarine is a light shade of very slightly greenish blue and is eye clean as well. In very good condition, the necklace is mounted in yellow gold and the pendant is mounted in white gold. Fitted with a safety closure.
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.