Lot 319
  • 319

Three cultured pearl and diamond necklaces

Estimate
18,000 - 27,000 CHF
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Description

  • cultured pearls, diamond, gold, platinum
Three strands of cultured pearls measuring from approximately 6.92 to 11.05mm, the clasps adorned with marquise-shaped diamonds, lengths approximately 410, 440, and 480mm, shortest necklace with clasp signed Van Cleef et Arpels, numbered, French assay marks, the other two with French assay and maker's marks.

Condition

Necklace measuring approximately 410 mm, clasp signed 'VAN CLEEF ET ARPELS', numbered 32303 and 7. Stamped with French assay mark for platinum and gold. Cultured pearls measuring from approximately 7.10 to 8.50 mm, good skin and lustre, a few with minor blemishes visible under close inspection. Marquise-shaped diamond on clasp measuring approximately 14.30 x 7.00 x 4.29 mm (as gauged in collet setting), calculated to weigh approximately 1.75 carats, estimated G-I colour, SI-I clarity, as graded in mounting. Clasp secure, safety chain. In good condition. Necklace measuring approximately 440 mm, clasp with French maker's mark for Marcel Jeannin, 28 rue Etienne-Marcel, 75002 Paris. Stamped with French assay mark for gold. Cultured pearls measuring from approximately 6.97 to 11.05 mm, good skin and lustre, some with minor blemishes visible under close inspection. Seven marquise-shaped diamonds on clasp bright and lively. Clasp secure, safety chain. In good condition. Necklace measuring approximately 480 mm, clasp with French maker's mark for Marcel Jeannin. Stamped with French assay mark for gold. Cultured pearls measuring from approximately 6.92 to 10.62 mm, good skin and lustre, some with minor blemishes or growth marks visible under close inspection. Seven marquise-shaped diamonds on clasp bright and lively. Clasp secure, safety chain. In good condition. Total gross weight of three necklaces approximately 130 grams.
"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.
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