22 Karat Gold, Cultured Pearl, Coral and Turquoise Necklace, Bulgari

Composed of 12 turquoise beads measuring approximately 16.3 to 11.7 mm alternating with nine white cultured pearls measuring approximately 16.7 to 10.4 mm, six gray cultured pearls measuring approximately 13.3. to 12.4 mm, and four coral beads measuring approximately 14.8 to 12.9 mm, length 20 inches, signed Bulgari.

In good condition. The round to near round cultured pearls have a creamy white body color, medium luster, with heavily pitted and wrinkled skins and with some ringing. The round to near round cultured pearls have a medium to dark gray body color, good to medium luster, with some evident pitting and wrinkling to the skins. The turquoise beads range from a light to medium greenish blue, with evident mottling and matrix that adds to the decorative appeal of the necklace. The coral beads range from a light pink to a medium deep orangy red, with evident mottling and porosity that, like with the turquoise, adds to the decorative appeal of the necklace. Signed on the clasp, with Italian assay marks. Potential bidders who intend to export this lot are advised that certain permits are required for export. If you are interested in this lot, please contact the Jewelry Department before bidding.
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.
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Potential bidders who intend to export this lot are advised that certain permits are required for export. If you are interested in this lot, please contact the Jewelry Department before bidding.