Lot 7
  • 7

Two Aquamarine Necklaces

Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
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Description

  • platinum, aquamarine
The first necklace composed of 18 tumbled aquamarine beads weighing approximately 542.00 carats, spaced with beads set with round aquamarines weighing approximately 28.35 carats, length 18 inches; together with a necklace of similar design composed of 15 aquamarine beads weighing approximately 442.50 carats, spaced by beads set with round aquamarines weighing approximately 36.90 carats, length 15ΒΌ inches; both mounted in 18 karat white gold.

Condition

In very good condition. The tumbled aquamarine beads range from light to medium-light slightly greenish blue to greenish blue. Minor abrasions to the beads present mainly at the drill holes. Inclusions are commensurate with the material used for beads, and the beads are transparent to semi-transparent. The faceted aquamarines range from light to medium-light slightly greenish blue to greenish blue.
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.