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CULTURED PEARL, RUBY AND DIAMOND DEMI PARURE
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
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Description
- cultured pearl, ruby, diamond, metal
Comprising: a necklace composed of two strands of cultured pearls interspersed with ruby beads, to a central jewel set with an oval ruby within borders of brilliant-cut diamonds, length approximately 400mm; together with a bracelet of similar design, the clasp a pair of flowers set with circular-cut rubies and brilliant-cut diamonds, length approximately 180mm.
Condition
Central ruby dark purplish red, measuring approximately 11.1 x 8.0 x 5.9mm, calculated to weigh approximately 4.40 carats, with typical inclusions visible to naked eye and under magnification. Bracelet clasp set with rubies medium pinkish red. Remaining rubies well matched in colour. Pearls of medium lustre with slight creamy overtones, well matched in colour. Diamonds bright and lively. Clasps secure. Scratches to mount consistent with wear. Some traces of makeup present on pearls, could benefit from professional clean. Both in very 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."