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Platinum, Seed Pearl, Sapphire and Emerald Bracelet
Estimate
12,000 - 15,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- platinum, seed pearl, sapphire, emerald
The articulated strap composed of 435 seed pearls measuring approximately 3.0 to 2.3 mm, set at intervals with rectangular-cut sapphires and the terminals decorated with baguette emeralds, length 7½ inches, with French import marks.
Condition
In good condition. The sapphires range from medium blue to medium dark violetish blue, from eye-clean to moderately included. The emeralds are medium green, well matched for color and moderately included, many of the stones have surface reaching inclusions and most of them have surface abrasions and small chips. The seed pearls are silvery white with good luster. The bracelet is very soft, flexible and well-made. Fitted with a pair of safety catches.
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 that the pearls have not been tested for natural origin.