A Group of Jewelry

including two necklaces, a cuff bracelet, earrings and a bangle-bracelet; the bead necklace set with a oval citrine measuring approximately 46.8 by 38.0 by 23.1 mm., completed by a necklace composed of carnelian beads measuring approximately 17.0 mm. and sodalite beads measuring approximately 14.0 mm., mounted in 9 karat gold, length 21 inches; the silver necklace set with turquoise, mother-of-pearl and coral segments depicting birds within flowers, length 27 inches; the silver cuff bracelet set with turquoise, mother-of-pearl and tortoise depicting a bird in flight, internal circumference 6 5/8  inches, signed C. Bowie, IHMSS; the earrings set with pear-shaped sapphires weighing approximately .80 carat, framed by baguette and round diamonds weighing approximately 1.25 carats, mounted in 18 karat gold; the gold bangle-bracelet set with freshwater off round cultured pearls measuring approximately 5.00 mm., internal circumference 7¼ inches.

All pieces in good general condition. BEAD NECKLACE: The carved, interlace spacers on the sodalite and carnelian bead necklace may be composed of lapis lazuli, not sodalite. The pale yellow citrine is eye-clean. SILVER JEWELRY: Both pieces with scratching due to wear and tarnished. Cracking to tortoiseshell on cuff. Some losses and cracking to black enamel on pendant. Cuff signed Bowie. EARRINGS: the dark blue sapphires eye-clean, the diamonds approximately H-I color, VS-I clarity. PEARL BANGLE: the pearls off-round and with waxy to good luster; strung to the bangle by means of plastic thread. No marks indicating karatage.
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.

Potential bidders who intend to export this lot are advised that certain permits are required for export.  If you are interested in this lot, please contact the Jewelry Department before bidding.