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18 Karat Gold and Silver Coin Necklace, Bulgari
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
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Description
- Bulgari
- gold, silver
The curb link chain supporting a silver coin of the Kingdom of Sicily, bearing the portrait of Ferdinand Borbon III and dated 1793, the reverse of the coin bearing the inscription, 'Oncia, Ferdinand III, Palermo, 1793,' gross weight approximately 293 dwts, length 35½ inches, signed Bulgari Italy; 1972.
Literature
Illustrated in Bulgari: 125 Years of Italian Magnificence by Amanda Triossi, page 352, figure no. 343.
Illustrated in Bulgari: Celebrating 130 Years, Monete Collection by Marion Fasel. A similar sautoir is modeled by Karlie Kloss in the same publication.
Condition
In good condition overall. The chaining is lightly abraded throughout. Fitted with a safety closure. Very hefty and of flexible make.
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.