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Platinum, Diamond and Seed Pearl Evening Bag, Boucheron, Paris
Estimate
25,000 - 35,000 USD
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Description
- Boucheron
- platinum, diamond, seed pearl
The seed pearl evening bag centering a rose-cut diamond monogram 'JOK' to the front, suspending a seed pearl fringe, set with round, baguette, single and rose-cut diamonds weighing approximately 5.00 carats, the clasp set with two pearls measuring approximately 3.9 mm, signed Boucheron Paris, Made in France, with French assay and workshop marks; circa 1925.
Condition
The mounting in very good condition with minimal wear. The silk linking with areas of discoloration, primarily to the interior, with relatively minor discoloration to the exterior as seen in catalogue illustration. No apparent losses to the seed pearl overlay and fringe. The seed pearls are ivory white, near to off-round with soft pink, blue and green overtones, fair to good luster and varying degrees of irregularities and blemishing. The single, old European and baguette-cut diamonds are approximately G-H color, VS-SI clarity. The rose-cut diamonds are near colorless and decorative in quality.
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
Please note the pearls have not been tested for natural origin.
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