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Diamond and natural pearl bangle and natural pearl necklace, 1910s
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
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Description
- Gold 750
Comprising: a bangle, set to the centre with a natural pearl within a frame of circular-cut diamonds, inner circumference 180mm; and a necklace designed as a graduated single row of natural pearls, length approximately 440mm.
Condition
Bangle: Accompanied by Cisgem report no. 81794, stating the pearl was found to be natural, saltwater.
Pearls of baton shape with uneven surface, measuring approximately 11.5 x 11.85 x 8.2mm, white body colour with light grey overtones, high lustre. Estimated total diamond weight approximately 2.00 - 2.50 carats, estimated colour and clarity J and Si-I/included. Clasp secure with safety chain. Some tarnish and abrasions to metal consistent with age and wear.
Necklace: Accompanied by Cisgem report no. 81793, stating that for the most part the pearls in the necklace were found to be natural, saltwater.
Stamped 750 for 18 carat gold. Pearls baroque, cream body colour with rosé and green overtones, medium to high lustre, some pearls with pits and peeling to nacre. Some abrasions to metal consistent with age and wear.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Please note that colour, clarity and weight of gemstones are statements of opinion only and not statements of fact by Sotheby's. We do not guarantee, and are not responsible for any certificate from a gemological laboratory that may accompany the property. We do not guarantee that watches are in working order. 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue, in particular to the Notice regarding the treatment and condition of gemstones and to the Notice regarding import of Burmese jadeite and rubies into the US.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Please note that colour, clarity and weight of gemstones are statements of opinion only and not statements of fact by Sotheby's. We do not guarantee, and are not responsible for any certificate from a gemological laboratory that may accompany the property. We do not guarantee that watches are in working order. 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue, in particular to the Notice regarding the treatment and condition of gemstones and to the Notice regarding import of Burmese jadeite and rubies into the US.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
Catalogue Note
Accompained by CISGEM report no. 81794, stating the pearl in the bangle was found to be natural, saltwater and CISGEM report no. 81793, stating that for the most part the pearls in the necklace were found to be natural, saltwater.