Lot 432
  • 432

Magnificent and Extremely Rare natural pearl, emerald and diamond necklace

Estimate
1,500,000 - 3,000,000 CHF
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Description

  • length approximately 480mm.
Composed of forty-one pearls measuring from approximately 8.5 to 14.7 mm, to a clasp set with a circular-cut emerald within a border of single-cut diamonds,

Condition

Metal tested as platinum. Please refer to the 2 gemmological reports. Magnificent necklace, pearls well matched, very good lustre, clean skin and creamy white body colour. Emerald estimated to weigh approximately 2.70 carats, typical inclusions reaching surface, some small chips around the girdle. Safety catch to underside. Signs of light wear to clasp. In very good condition overall.
"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."