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14 Karat Gold, Amethyst and Pearl Pendant and Chain, Theberath & Co., Newark, New Jersey
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description
- gold, amethyst, pearl
The scrollwork pendant topped by a buff-top cushion-cut amethyst, suspending a pear-shaped amethyst drop, spaced by four small seed pearls, stamped with maker's mark for Theberath & Co.; together with a fancy link chain set with 12 round amethysts, gross weight approximately 17 dwts, length 54 inches; circa 1910.
Condition
In good condition. The amethysts are medium, slightly reddish purple and eye-clean. The seed pearls are silvery white with soft rose overtones and good luster. For a brief biography on this jeweler see of "Fashioning America's Jewelry" by the Newark Museum and page 182 of "The Names Behind the Jewelry" by Janet Zapata.
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.