Lot 159
  • 159

Collection of cultured pearl and diamond jewellery, Bulgari and Chanel

Estimate
12,500 - 18,500 CHF
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Description

Comprising: a necklace designed as a row of graduated cultured pearls measuring from approximately 9.9 to 12.7mm, interspersed with diamond set rondelles, unsigned, length approximately 510mm; a pair of earrings, each centring on a cultured pearl measuring approximately 12.3 and 12.4mm respectively, surmounted by a collet-set pear-shaped diamond, pavé-set with brilliant-cut stones, signed Bulgari and numbered, clip and post fittings; and a ring centring on a cultured pearl measuring approximately 12.9mm, the shoulders and gallery set with brilliant-cut and pear-shaped diamonds, size 52, signed Chanel and numbered, French assay and maker's marks.

Condition

Necklace: stamped 750 for gold. Several cultured pearls off round, well matched in colour, slightly creamy, several with rosé overtones, medium lustre on average a couple with high lustre, overgrowth marks and blemishes. Estimated total diamond weight approximately 9.00 - 10.00 carats, bright, lively stones throughout. Clasp with screw thread fastening, does not close seamlessly. Earrings: stamped 750 for gold and numbered C2265. Pear-shaped diamonds estimated to weigh approximately 1.20 - 1.40 carats, H-I colour, VS - SI clarity, estimated total weight of remaining stones approximately 5.00 - 6.00 carats, H-J colour, VS clarity on average. Cultured pearls good lustre, creamy white with light rosé overtone, minor blemishes, overall clean skin. Ring: stamped 750 for gold, numbered GC 1222 copyright Chanel. Cultured pearl with rosé overtones, good lustre, clean skin with some minor blemishes only visible with magnification. Pear-shaped diamonds estimated to weigh approximately 0.80 carats in total, I colour, VS clarity. Remaining diamonds estimated weigh approximately 0.90-0.95 carats, bright, lively stones. Please note the diamonds have been graded only as far as the yellow mount will allow. 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.
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