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Natural pearl and diamond pendent necklace, early 20th century
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
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Description
- metal, natural pearl, diamond
The pendant of cluster design set with a button-shaped natural pearl within a surround of circular- and single-cut diamonds, suspending three baroque natural pearl drops, suspended from a seed pearl chain accented with a button shaped pearl, length approximately 390mm.
Condition
Accompanied by SSEF report no. 73340 stating that the five larger pearls were found to be natural, saltwater.
Pearls cream and white, drops slightly baroque. with green and rosé overtones, some with slight discolouration to nacre, one pearl drop drilled. Estimated total diamond weight approximately 3.00 - 5.00 carats, estimated colour I-K on average, some stones L-M, estimated clarity VS on average, some stones I. Clasp secure. Some scratches to metal consistent with age and wear. Some solder marks to reverse and signs of reworking. In good condition.
"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
Accompanied by SSEF report no. 73340, stating that the five larger pearls were found to be natural, saltwater.