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Cultured pearl, onyx and diamond demi-parure, Bulgari
Estimate
22,000 - 32,000 CHF
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Description
Comprising: a necklace designed as a series of semi tubular links set with pear-shaped, brilliant- and square-cut diamonds and onyx, spaced by cultured pearls, mounted in yellow gold, length approximately 400mm, and a pair of ear clips en suite, all signed Bulgari and numbered, French assay and maker's marks.
Literature
Cf: Daniela Mascetti, Amanda Triossi, Bvlgari, Milan, 1996, pages 148-149 for illustrations of necklaces from the same period.
Condition
Each piece with French assay marks and stamped 750 for gold, signed Bvlgari, necklace numbered 9016, clips numbered 9021. Diamonds estimated to weigh approximately 20.00 carats, G-I colour, VS-SI clarity. Graded in yellow gold mount. One onyx element on one ear clip is damaged, would benefit from being replaced. The other clip slightly imperfect to the borders but not noticeable when worn. Cultured pearls on necklace a creamy bodycolour with rosé and green overtones, cultured pearls on ear clips a white to cream body colour with silvery overtones, hardly any blemishes, smooth skin and good lustre. Well matched. Signs of little wear to the metal, scratches consistent with use. 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."