Lot 454
  • 454

A Magnificent Platinum and Diamond Necklace

Estimate
1,200,000 - 1,800,000 USD
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Description

  • platinum, diamond, necklace
Designed as a graduated rivière set with round and old European-cut diamonds weighing a total of 141.18 carats, length 16½ inches, the back pendant detachable.

Condition

Mounting is very flexible and very well made. Fitted with a safety clasp. In very good condition. Please note that this lot is accompanied by 3 GIA reports, not 4 as stated in the catalogue, and that the 3 certified diamonds range from J to M color, and internally flawless to VVS1 clarity. - Report 2125386949 (dated July 21, 2010) stating 4.85 carat round brilliant, L color, VVS1 clarity. - Report 5121387006 (dated July 21, 2010) stating 5.01 carat round brilliant, J color, Internally Flawless clarity. - Report NY303226 (dated May 16, 1978) stating 4.59 carat round brilliant, M color, Internally Flawless clarity. The balance of the stones are approximately J-M color, VVS-VS clarity with a few SI clarity examples. The carat weights for the diamonds follow: 2.07 2.90 3.53 3.70 3.75 3.79 4.59, with GIA report 4.70 4.84, with GIA report 5.01, with GIA report 5.96 7.62 8.18 8.97 18.03 2.63 2.79 3.01 3.61 3.92 4.91 5.10 5.10 3.11 1.28 1.34 1.29 0.99 1.21 1.14 1.27 1.17 1.24 1.14 1.16 1.31 1.28 1.21 1.30 1.03
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 4 GIA reports stating that the diamonds are J to M color, Flawless to VVS1 clarity.