Lot 365
  • 365

Diamond and seed pearl sautoir

Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

The chain of seed pearl mesh decorated at the sides with circular ornaments and in the center with a laurel wreath set with small old-mine and rose-cut diamonds, supporting a circular pendant-brooch of pierced floral design set with old European-cut and old-mine diamonds, mounted in platinum, length of chain 25 inches, pendant detaches and may be worn separately as a brooch. With fitted box for pendant stamped P.G. Dodd & Son, London. 

Condition

The diamonds in the chain weigh approximately 1.50 carats; the diamonds in the pendant approximately 2.95 carats, diamonds are of decorative quality. Seed pearls are a creamy white color with good luster. The necklace is constructed of thin wires, instead of floss, which gives it more durability. Both pieces of Belle Epoque style, but cannot guarantee age. The pendant -brooch is not original to the necklace, and only the pendant-brooch is accompanied by a fitted box signed PG Dodd & Son, London. 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. 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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