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Diamond necklace, monture Van Cleef & Arpels, 1950s
Estimate
170,000 - 290,000 CHF
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Description
- monture Van Cleef & Arpels
- platinum, gold, diamond
The front composed of three graduated rows of circular-cut diamonds, each side embellished with a pear-shaped diamond, to a double row of circular-cut and baguette diamonds, length approximately 400mm, stamped VCA Mont., numbered, French assay and maker's marks.
Literature
Cf. Sarah D. Coffin, Set in Style: The Jewelry of Van Cleef & Arpels, Cooper-Hewitt, New York, pages 264 and 268 for a necklace of similar design worn by Eva Péron.
Condition
Signed VCA MONT., numbered CS 13248, maker's marks. French assay marks for platinum and 18 carat gold. Diamonds estimated to weigh a total of approximately 58.00 carats, in our experts' opinion they are of F-H colour, on average VVS-VS clarity, as gauged in the mounting. Clasp secure, safety catch below. Signs of normal wear to metal consistent with light use. In good condition. Total gross weight approximately 107 grams.
"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."