NATURAL PEARL, CULTURED PEARL AND DIAMOND NECKLACE, AND PAIR OF DIAMOND PENDENT EARRINGS

The triple-strand necklace composed of three hundred and eighteen graduated natural and cultured pearls measuring approximately 2.58 to 7.13mm, highlighted by a clasp set with old European-cut diamonds together weighing approximately 6.50 carats, mounted in platinum, length approximately 460mm; and pair of pendent earrings, each set with an old mine-cut diamond weighing approximately 1.20 and 1.40 carats respectively, surmounted by an old mine-cut diamond, mounted in silver-topped gold. (2)

Colour and Clarity: According to GIA report, of 318 pearls, predominantly are natural saltwater pearls, consisting of several bead cultured pearls. Those natural pearls have no indications of treatment. Please refer to the GIA report for details. In our opinion, the natural and cultured pearls are mostly off-round and a few are of semi-baroque shape, cream white colour with rosè overtone on most of the pearls, good lustre with minor surface blemishes which not seen unless very close and careful check. Largest round diamond on the clasp weighs about 2.80 carats, are about J to K colours, I clarity with eye visible and surface-reaching inclusions. Other old-cut diamonds are about J to L colours, SI clarity. Two old-mine cut diamonds on earrings are K to L colour, SI2 to I1 clarity. Necklace clasp with French assay and platinum marks; earrings with French gold marks. Condition: Vintage jewellery, discolouration to the earring mounts, mainly to the hook backs. Signs of wear and surface abrasions to the necklace clasp. Overall both items are 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.

Accompanied by GIA report numbered 2145761510, dated 20 June 2012, stating that pearls are predominantly natural saltwater pearls, contains several bead cultured pearls, with no indications of treatment. Also accompanied by a fitted box.