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COLLECTION OF JEWELS INCLUDING ONYX AND MABÉ PEARL SAUTOIR, PALOMA PICASSO FOR TIFFANY & CO, 1981
Estimate
2,200 - 3,000 GBP
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Description
- ONYX, MABE PEARL, FRESHWATER CULTURED PEARL, DIAMONDS AND GOLD
Comprising: a single row of polished onyx beads to a larger mabé pearl set link, length approximately 800mm, signed 1981 Tiffany & Co, Paloma Picasso, together with a pair of ear clips similarly set, unsigned; a flower head brooch of open work design, inset with an onyx cabochon, signed 1981 Tiffany & Co, Paloma Picasso, case; and a necklace composed of 27 strands of cultured pearls, to a barrel clasp set with onyx and brilliant-cut diamonds, length approximately 620mm, part illustrated.
Condition
Tiffany & Co onyx beads: Stamped 18K for 18 carat gold. Polished gold with scratches and indentations consistent with wear. No clasp, long enough to put straight over head. Heavy, weighing approximately 153.1 grams.
Ear clips: Stamped 14K for 14 carat gold. Traces of glue, could benefit from a careful professional clean. One clip fitting a little loose. Slight tarnish to reverse.
Brooch: Stamped 18K for 18 carat gold. Pin a little bent, rotating safety catch. Estimated to weigh approximately 17.1 grams. Scratches to mount consistent with wear. clasp set with onyx and brilliant-cut diamonds
Necklace: Stamped 750 and 18K for 18 carat gold to clasp. 27 strands cultured pearls, probably freshwater, cream bodycolour, medium to high lustre. Diamonds lively. Clasp secure, safety catch to one side, does not line up properly, could benefit from attention by a professional jeweller. Collection 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.
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."
"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."