Seed pearls of creamy white bodycolor of various shapes, most with wrinkled skin, waxy to good luster. A couple of pearls deficient and string is fraying in some areas. It could benefit from re-stringing. Rubies of deep purple red and pinkish red color, lightly to moderately included. Emeralds are pale bluish green, lightly included. Diamonds range from approximately H to I color on the clasp to darker stones on the tassels, SI to I clarity. Moderate losses to the enamel on the tassel caps. In fair to 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. 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.