- 1810
Conch Pearl and Diamond Long Necklace
Estimate
2,200,000 - 2,500,000 HKD
bidding is closed
Description
- conch pearl, diamond, white gold
Composed of sixty-seven conch pearls of pink and orange hues measuring approximately 12.40 - 12.75mm to 5.75 - 5.80 x 6.85mm, spaced by facetted diamond beads together weighing approximately 18.25 carats, mounted in 18 karat white gold, length approximately 1330mm.
Condition
Colour and Clarity: According to the SSEF report, the conch pearls are natural, with no artificial colour modification. Please refer to the report for details. In our opinion, the conch pearls are of round to ovoid shape, altogether weighing approximately 285.65 carats, various hues of light to medium yellowish, orange, peach, light to intense pink colours, porcelain lustre, with a few pearls showing very minor blemishes or discolouration not noticeable unless under close check. The diamonds are about G-I colours, VS-SI clarity.
Condition: In very good condition.
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
Accompanied by SSEF report numbered 76358, dated 23 September 2014, stating that the sixty-seven conch pearls are natural conch pearls from a marine gastropod, with no indications of artificial colour modification.
Potential bidders who intend to export this lot are advised that certain permits may be required for export. If you are interested in this lot, please contact the Jewellery Department before bidding.
Potential bidders who intend to export this lot are advised that certain permits may be required for export. If you are interested in this lot, please contact the Jewellery Department before bidding.