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Platinum, Ruby and Diamond Necklace and Pendant-Earrings
Estimate
50,000 - 70,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- platinum, rubies, diamonds
The necklace of swag design set with 47 round and four oval-shaped rubies weighing approximately 53.25 carats, accented by round and marquise-shaped diamonds weighing approximately 16.25 carats, length 16 inches; the earrings of similar design, set with two oval-shaped rubies weighing approximately 4.00 carats, framed and suspended by round and marquise-shaped diamonds weighing approximately 5.00 carats.
Provenance
Sotheby's Parke-Bernet Hong Kong, December 4, 1980, lot 179.
Condition
NECKLACE: In good condition. The rubies range from a medium deep purplish red to a medium-light slightly pinkish red, moderately to heavily included, with several examples exhibiting surface-reaching inclusions or cavities. Some of the rubies show chipping to the girdle and abrading to the facet junctions, though not apparent when worn. The diamonds are approximately G-I color, predominantly VS clarity with several VVS and SI examples. Flexible, fitted with a safety closure. EARRINGS: In good condition. The rubies are a medium-deep purplish red, heavily included with both showing surface-reaching inclusions and chipping to the girdles. The diamonds are approximately G-H color, VS-SI clarity. With a maker's mark on the earring backs.
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.