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Impressive natural pearl and diamond necklace
Estimate
295,000 - 585,000 CHF
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Description
- Natural pearls, diamond, gold
Composed of a row of natural pearls measuring from approximately 5.15 to 12.20mm, alternating with seed pearls, on a pinched collet-set circular-cut diamond clasp, length approximately 640mm.
Illustrated with five additional cultured pearls which have been subsequently removed.
Illustrated with five additional cultured pearls which have been subsequently removed.
Condition
Accompanied by SSEF report no. 79509, stating that forty four pearls measuring from approximately 5.15 to 12.20mm, were found to be natural, saltwater, and one was found to be natural, freshwater (no. 40 from the non-tongue end of the clasp).
Please note that the necklace is illustrated with five additional cultured pearls which have been subsequently removed.
Pearls of white to slightly cream body colour, partly with rosé and green overtones, with good skin and luster, some blemishes, growth marks and cracks; for further details on the pearls, please refer to the SSEF report. Diamond measuring approximately 11.45 x 11.50 x 6.03mm, estimated to weigh approximately 4.90 carats; in our experts' opinion the diamond is J - K colour, VS clarity. Signs of normal wear to the metal, clasp secure, safety chain with seed pearls. Length approximately 640mm. In good condition. Gross weight approximately 90 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."