- 1642
CULTURED PEARL AND DIAMOND PENDANT / BROOCH, AND A MATCHING RING
Estimate
80,000 - 120,000 HKD
bidding is closed
Description
The pendant modelled as two flower heads each set to the center with a cultured pearl of golden and creamy-white colour, the petals encrusted with brilliant-cut diamonds, accompanied by a gold chain, length approximately 460mm, brooch fitting; and a matching ring of similar design, the four pearls measuring approximately 15.65, 14.80, 13.70 and 12.90mm, the diamonds altogether weighing approximately 6.70 carats, mounted in 18 karat white and yellow gold. (2)
Condition
Colour and Clarity: The white cultured pearl on the ring is round to naked eyes with rosé overtone, the golden cultured pearl is of slightly baroque shape, medium golden colour, with common surface blemishes, slight green and rosé overtone, very good lustre. The golden cultured pearl on the pendant is of similar colour, but medium to good lustre, with minor surface blemishes; the other cultured pearl is of a cream colour, good lustre, minor surface blemishes, overall both pearls face-up in round to naked eyes. Diamonds are about E-G colours, SI clarity.
Condition: The cultured pearl pendant comes with brooch fitting. Fine scratches to the ring shank, otherwise both pieces are in very good condition, the pendant in particular almost as new.
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.
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.