Silver-Topped Gold, Peridot and Diamond Necklace

Set with eight cut-cornered emerald-cut peridots within scalloped surrounds and spaced by scrollwork motifs, supporting a fringe set with 15 pear and modified pear-shaped peridots, the peridots weighing a total of approximately 331.50 carats, decorated with old European, old mine, single and rose-cut diamonds weighing approximately 42.25 carats, length 17 inches; with detachable segments and pendants for variety of wear and lengths, one pendant missing; circa 1870.

In good condition. The diamonds are approximately H-J color, VS-SI clarity. The peridots are a bright, transparent medium yellowish green, ranging from eye-clean to lightly included. The pendant and links of the necklace are attached by hooks and can be removed so the necklace can be worn in a variety of different ways. The links are numbered on the mounts to assist with re-assembly. The reverse of the mountings displays screw holes, which indicates that this necklace may have come with a tiara attachment at one time. A few of the silver-topped links seem to be polished, but most of the metal retains the patina that one would expect out of a piece of jewelry made around 1870. One pendant is missing from the link with the clasp, but as this would sit on the back of the neck, it is not easily noticeable. Please note that one pendant is missing from the clasp. Please also note that one of the pendant hooks has become detached and will be replaced for the purchaser by Sotheby's.
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.