Lot 1670
  • 1670

NATURAL PEARL, SEED PEARL AND DIAMOND BROOCH

Estimate
500,000 - 600,000 HKD
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Description

  • pearl,seed pearl,diamond,platinum
Suspending on a slightly baroque drop-shaped natural pearl measuring approximately 12.95 - 13.60 x 15.90mm, to a stylised surmount set with numerous seed pearls and brilliant-cut diamonds together weighing approximately 2.30 carats, mounted in platinum, pendant detachable.

Condition

Colour and Clarity: According to SSEF report, the coloured pearl drop is natural, saltwater pearl, with no indications of colour modification. Please refer to the report for details. In our opinion, this pearl drop is of semi-baroque drop shape, of medium grey with strong rosè and green overtone, very good lustre with moderate surface blemishes which mainly to the back, not seen to the front or in normal visual distance. Other tiny coloured seed pearls are of various colours, off-round, of medium grey, grey pink to brown colour, good lustre. Diamonds are about F to H colours, mostly VS clarity, but one diamond is chipped, but not seen to naked eyes. Condition: Pearl pendant is detachable. Platinum mount, overall 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. 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

Accompanied by SSEF report numbered 64235, dated 19 July 2012, stating that the pearl is natural saltwater pearl, with no indications of artificial colour modification. Due to the setting, the small pearls have not been tested.