Lot 20
  • 20

Natural pearl and diamond necklace and a brooch

Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 CHF
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Description

  • pearls, diamonds, gold, platinum
The necklace composed of a line of millegain-set circular-cut diamonds, accented with five button to slightly baroque button shaped natural pearls measuring from approximately 6.85 x 7.50 x 6.80mm to 8.45 x 9.55 x 8.00mm, alternating with brilliant-cut diamond quatrefoil motifs, length approximately 380mm, may be worn as two bracelets measuring 187 and 190mm, or the central pearl segment may be worn with an additional brooch fitting; and a bar brooch en suite, the natural pearl measuring approximately 7.65 x 8.00mm.

Condition

Accompanied by SSEF report no. 79537, stating that the five pearls on the necklace measuring from approximately 6.85 x 7.50 x 6.80mm to 8.45 x 9.55 x 8.00mm, were found to be natural, saltwater, and that as for many pearls, one pearl has been worked; and by SSEF report no. 79860, stating that the roundish pearl on the brooch measuring approximately 7.65 x 8.00mm, was found to be natural, saltwater. Stamped 585 for 14 carat gold, tested as platinum and gold. The roundish and button to slightly baroque button shaped natural pearls of white body colour, with medium to good luster, with some growth marks; for further information on the pearls please refer to the SSEF reports. Diamonds estimated to weigh a total of approximately 9.00 - 10.00 carats, on average G - I colour, VS - SI clarity. Little sign of wear to the metal. All pieces in very good condition. Clasps secure, safety catches. Total gross weight approximately 46 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."