Gem set and diamond demi-parure and emerald and diamond bangle

The demi-parure comprising: a necklace of serpent design, the body composed of cultured pearls and links set with brilliant-cut diamonds and circular-cut rubies, sapphires and emeralds, the head set with a marquise-shaped emerald, brilliant-cut diamonds, and circular-cut sapphire eyes, length approximately 415mm; and a pair of earrings, post and hinged back fittings; and a bangle of similar-design, the head and tail set with circular-cut diamonds, accented with cabochon emerald eyes, inner circumference approximately 240mm, part illustrated.

Rubies of Burmese origin cannot be imported into the US; this piece may contain a ruby of Burmese origin and therefore may not be able to be imported into the US. Certification of non-Burmese origin is required before the import of rubies into the US. Please see our Important Notices and contact the jewellery department for further information. Demi-parure: cultured pearls cream, medium - dull lustre, slightly misshapen, most with graining and pitting to nacre. Gemstones with medium - good saturation, most with typical inclusions visible to naked eye. Estimated total diamond weight approximately 7.50 - 11.00 carats, estimated colour H-J, estimated clarity VS-SI. Scratches and tarnish to metal consistent with wear. Clasp secure. Post and hinged back fittings in good order. In good condition. Cuff: Estimated total diamond weight approximately 5.00 - 8.00 carats, estimated colour I-K, estimated clarity SI on average. Emeralds medium green, with typical inclusions visible to naked eye. Signs of repair to metal. Scratches and tarnish to metal consistent with age and wear. Some small areas of damage.
"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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