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18 Karat Gold, Sapphire, Diamond and Cultured Pearl Bracelet
Estimate
7,000 - 9,000 USD
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Description
- gold, diamond, sapphire, cultured pearl
The multi-strand bracelet composed of 170 cultured pearls measuring approximately 7.9 to 3.8 mm, the clasp of basketweave design set with two marquise-shaped diamonds weighing approximately .90 carat and round diamonds weighing approximately 1.25 carats, further set with round and calibré-cut sapphires, length 8½ inches, with French assay and maker's mark.
Condition
In good condition, with some visible discoloration to the gold. The round to near-round cultured pearls have a creamy white to white body color, fair luster, with several showing wrinkled skins, pitting. The diamonds are approximately G-I color, VS-SI clarity. The sapphires are well-matched for color, a medium dark vividly saturated slightly violetish blue, eye-clean to lightly included, with several showing abrading to the facet junctions or small chips to the girdle, visible only under magnification. Maker's mark for Davière. Please note that the pearls have not been tested for natural origin.
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
This bracelet bears a maker's mark for Davière, one of René Boivin's most well-known workshops.