18 Karat Gold, Turquoise and Ruby Necklace and Earclips, Marchak, Paris

The necklace and earclips supporting articulated pear-shaped fringes, accented with round rubies and turquoise, total gross weight approximately 55 dwts, necklace length 14½ inches, signed Marchak, Paris, numbered 43318, the earclips signed Marchak, Paris, with French assay mark; the bottom cluster detaches from the earclips.

In very good condition. The turquoise cabochons are medium slightly greenish blue and even in color. The rubies are medium purplish red and ranging in clarity from lightly to moderately included with some surface reaching fractures. The necklace is nicely flexible.
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.

A sketch for earclips of similar design is illustrated in Marchak by Marguerite De Cerval, page 52, figure 10.