Lot 321
  • 321

Pearl necklace, 1900

Estimate
33,000 - 53,000 CHF
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Description

Composed of seventy six pearls graduated from 4.7 to 9.4mm, to a clasp of oblong form set with a blister and diamonds, length approximately 500mm.

Condition

Mounted in silver and gold, tongue stamped 750 for gold. Please refer to SSEF report for details on the pearls. Pearls of slightly cream to light cream body colour, with various shades of rosé, grey and green overtones, some overgrowth marks and blemishes, medium-good lustre. Blister with blemishes. Secure clasp with safety chains. Signs of normal wear to the metal, tarnish and scratches to the metal. 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."