Lot 1628
  • 1628

HIGHLY IMPORTANT DIAMOND RIVIÈRE NECKLACE

Estimate
32,000,000 - 40,000,000 HKD
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Description

  • DIAMOND, PLATINUM
THIS IS A PREMIUM LOT. CLIENTS WHO WISH TO BID ON PREMIUM LOTS ARE REQUESTED TO COMPLETE THE PREMIUM LOT PRE-REGISTRATION 3 WORKING DAYS PRIOR TO THE SALE.



The straight-line articulated necklace composed of fifty graduated brilliant-cut diamonds ranging from 1.50 to 6.55 carats, the diamonds together weighing 107.43 carats, mounted in platinum, length approximately 410mm, pendant fitting.

Condition

Colour and Clarity: Every round brilliant-cut diamond is GIA certified. According to the GIA reports, forty-nine diamonds are of D colour, Internally Flawless clarity, one diamond of D colour, Flawless clarity. All have Excellent Cut, Polish and Symmetry, with None fluorescence. The largest 6.55-ct diamond in the middle is also accompanied with a special letter stating that it is a Type IIa diamond. Please refer to the reports and letter for details. In our opinion, all diamonds are well-matched, with excellent brilliance and nice graduation. Condition: Simple prong-set platinum necklace mount, in mint 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.

Catalogue Note

Accompanied by fifty GIA reports stating that all the diamonds are D colour, Flawless to Internally Flawless clarity, with Excellent Cut, Polish and Symmetry; and with additional diamond classification report stating that the 6.55 carat diamond has been determined to be a Type IIa diamond. Type IIa diamonds are the most chemically pure type of diamond and often have exceptional optical transparency.