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Silver-Topped Gold, Turquoise, Colored Stone, Pearl and Diamond Necklace
Estimate
25,000 - 35,000 USD
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Description
- silver, gold, turquoise, colored stone, pearl, diamond
Designed as a serpent with articulated scales, decorated with numerous turquoise cabochons, the head set with an octagonal step-cut purple sapphire weighing approximately 3.20 carats, framed by old European and single-cut diamonds weighing approximately .50 carat, further set with pearls and round rubies, length 17½ inches, numerous turquoises missing; circa 1840.
Condition
In fair to good condition overall. Tarnishing throughout the metal mounting, front and back. Missing approximately 3 turquoises which is not visible when worn. The turquoises range in color from bright greenish blue to deep bluish green.
The stone in the head is a medium deep pinkish purple and is eye clean. The calibré-cut rubies are medium pink-red and are moderately included, with heavily abraded facet junctions. The pearls are silver gray in color and have a waxy to good luster. Very flexible and comfortable to wear. The clasp has been modified at some point to attach at the serpent's throat instead of its mouth.
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.
Catalogue Note
Please note the pearls have not been tested for natural origin.