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Citrine, cultured pearl, onyx and diamond choker, 'Terry Perles', Marina B
Estimate
6,500 - 9,500 CHF
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Description
- Marina B
- Pearls, gold, onyx, citrine, diamonds
The front collet-set with a hexagonal cabochon citrine, framed with pavé-set brilliant-cut diamonds, flanked by pear-shaped cabochon citrines and calibré-cut onyx, on a flexible collar composed of seven rows of cultured pearls, signed Marina B, numbered.
Literature
Cf: Viviane Jutheau de Witt, Marina B: the Art of Jewellery Design, Milan, 2003, pg. 215 for a necklace of similar design.
Condition
Signed Marina B France, maker's mark, numbered B64, inscribed OR 750 for 18 carat gold. The pearls measuring on average approximately 5.00 - 6.00 mm, with excellent skin and luster and a few blemishes. Citrines well saturated and well matched in colour, loupe clean. Diamonds bright and lively. Onyx in good condition. Signs of normal wear to the metal, scratches consistent with use. In very good condition. Length adjustable, inner circumference of necklace when unstretched approximately 285mm. Gross weight approximately 185 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."
"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."