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Two Gold and Colored Stone Necklaces
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- gold, amethyst, citrine, coral
The first necklace composed of 27 amethyst beads measuring approximately 12.2 to 14.0 mm, the clasp centered by an oval cabochon amethyst measuring approximately 40.2 by 32.7 mm, further set with faceted citrine beads and cabochon citrines, length 17 inches; the second necklace composed of 50 coral beads measuring approximately 12.8 to 13.4 mm, spaced at intervals by gold rondelles, length 28 inches.
Condition
Both pieces in fair condition. The coral beads are a salmon-pink color, each with striations of darker peach hues, but are well-matched for color. Some of the beads exhibit significant cracking. The clasp is completed by a Chinese character and fitted with a safety closure. The translucent amethyst beads are deep purple, heavily included with some exhibiting significant surface scratching and pitting. The richly saturated purple amethyst cabochon is moderately to heavily included with moderate color zoning. The citrine beads and cabocohons present varying shades orange-yellow; the beads are moderately included, the cabochons and are lightly included.
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.
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
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.