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Lot 151
  • 151

SEED PEARL, EMERALD AND DIAMOND SAUTOIR, CIRCA 1915

Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description

  • EMERALDS, DIAMONDS AND SEED PEARLS
Designed as a fine woven length of seed pearls, suspending an open work pendant millegrain-set with variously cut emeralds, circular-cut and rose diamonds, length approximately 560mm, composite jewel.

Condition

Pendant and sautoir associated. Pendant signed Tornotti Torino. Seed pearls cream bodycolour, woven lengths in good condition, slight discolouration to silk thread in places, one loose thread. Emeralds in pendant various shapes, with variation in saturation of colour, typical inclusions visible with magnification. Edges of pendant with evidence of repair and discolouration. Secure clasp to sautoir. 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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