IMPRESSIVE NATURAL PEARL, SEED PEARL AND DIAMOND NECKLACE

The necklace composed of five strands of three hundred and eighty-two graduated natural pearls measuring approximately 10.97 x 10.61mm to 4.12 x 3.96mm, spaced by seed pearls and diamond rondelles together weighing approximately 70.00 carats, the seed pearls measuring approximately 1.65 to 2.20mm, completed by a clasp set with marquise-shaped and baguette diamonds together weighing approximately 3.00 carats, mounted in platinum, length approximately 700mm.

Colour and Clarity: According to Gübelin and GIA reports, all pearls, except the seed pearls, are natural, saltwater pearls, with no indications of treatment. Most of the seed pearls are also natural, saltwater pearls. Please refer to the reports for details. In our opinion, the pearls are round to off-round to naked eyes, cream white to white colour, mostly with rosè overtone and some with greenish overtone, good lustre, with minor to moderate surface blemishes. Upon close inspection, some pearls may have irregular surface and significant blemishes, but generally not noticeable in normal visual distance. Marquise diamond on the clasp weighing approximately 1.10 carats, is about E to F colour, VS clarity. Other diamonds on the clasp are of similar quality. The diamond rondelles are mostly H to J colours, but a few of light yellow colour, VS2 to SI clarity. Condition: 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.

Accompanied by GIA report numbered 5131499958, dated 14 June 2011, stating that the three hundred and eighty-two pearls are natural saltwater pearls, and the seed pearls are predominately natural, with no indications of treatment. Also accompanied by Gübelin report numbered 12081129, dated 31 August 2012.