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'Venus' diamond necklace, H. Stern
Estimate
300,000 - 500,000 USD
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Description
Designed as graduated line of marquise-shaped, oval, round, cushion-shaped, pear-shaped and triangular-shaped diamonds, the center supporting a pendant fringe set with 2 marquise-shaped diamonds, the total weight of the diamonds approximately 41.65 carats, all framed by small round diamonds of a brownish hue weighing approximately 6.65 carats, mounted in 18 karat gold, length 17ΒΌ inches, maker's mark. With signed pouch.
Condition
Set with: Round diamond, 1.61 carats, with GIA report stating G color, VS2 clarity
Pear-shaped diamond, 2.81 carats
Round diamond, 2.08 carats
Triangular-shaped diamond, 2.14 carats
Cushion-shaped diamond, 3.02 carats
Cushion-shaped diamond, 3.01 carats
Marquise-shaped diamond, 2.01 carats
Cushion-shaped diamond, 5.01 carats
Round diamond, 3.04 carats, with GIA report stating J color, VS1 clarity
Marquise-shaped diamond, 2.24 carats
Marquise-shaped diamond, 1.04 carats
Cushion-shaped diamond, 1.07 carats
Round diamond, 2.04 carats
Cushion-shaped diamond, 5.11 carats
Oval diamond, 1.31 carats
Marquise-shaped diamond, 4.14 carats
These diamonds are approximately G-J color and VS1-I1 clarity. The smaller diamonds are of light brown tint and VS clarity. 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.
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.
Catalogue Note
Accompanied by 2 GIA reports nos. 13434695 and 14988914 stating that two of the round diamonds are G and J color, VS2 and VS1 clarity respectively.
A similar necklace was worn by the Russian actress Svetlana Metkina at the 2007 Cannes Film Festival.