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14 Karat Gold, Emerald and Ruby Necklace
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- gold, emerald, ruby
The fringe necklace with floral accents, set with cabochon emeralds weighing approximately 25.00 carats, bordered by cabochon rubies weighing approximately 10.00 carats, supporting emerald bead fringes, length 16½ inches. With fitted box.
Condition
In good condition. The cabochon emeralds and emerald beads are a medium to medium-light slightly bluish green, ranging in clarity from moderately to heavily included, with examples of surface-reaching inclusions, cavities and fractures throughout. The rubies are a medium pinkish red and moderately to heavily included with surface-reaching inclusions and abrasions, visible under close inspection. Nicely flexible and comfortable to wear.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. 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. Illustrations in the catalogue may not be actual size. Prospective purchasers are reminded that, unless the catalogue description specifically states that a stone is natural, we have assumed that some form of treatment may have been used and that such treatment may not be permanent. Our presale estimates reflect this assumption.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. 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. Illustrations in the catalogue may not be actual size. Prospective purchasers are reminded that, unless the catalogue description specifically states that a stone is natural, we have assumed that some form of treatment may have been used and that such treatment may not be permanent. Our presale estimates reflect this assumption.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
Catalogue Note
This necklace was given to Mamie Eisenhower from her husband, President Dwight D. Eisenhower, in 1959 upon the completion of his 'Round the World' trip.