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PEARL AND DIAMOND NECKLACE, CIRCA 1900
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description
- Natural pearls, diamonds
Composed of a single row of pearls to a clasp of cluster design set with circular-cut diamonds, length approximately 400mm.
Provenance
By family tradition this necklace was formerly in the collection of HRH Infanta Maria de la Paz, Spain (1862-1946)
Condition
Accompanied by The Gem & Pearl Laboratory report no.04071, stating that the pearls were found to be natural, saltwater.
Please note the button-shaped pearl to the centre of the clasp has not been tested and we cannot guarantee that it is natural. Pearls white to cream body colour, medium lustre on average, some high, several with rosé and green overtones, some with small surface blemishes, some off round. Estimated total diamond weight approximately 0.50 - 0.60 carats, bright, lively stones. Secure clasp with safety catch to one side. 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."
Catalogue Note
Accompanied by The Gem & Pearl Laboratory report no. 04071, stating that the pearls were found to be natural, saltwater.