Lot 286
  • 286

Gem set and diamond necklace, 'Méli Mélo', Cartier

Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
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Description

  • Moonstones, iolites, chalcedony, pink tourmalines, garnets, diamonds, aquamarines, gold, platinum
Set with variously cut gemstones including tourmaline, moonstone, chalcedony, aquamarine and diamonds to knife-edge linking, suspending a detachable pendant similarly set, length approximately 330mm, signed Cartier, numbered, French assay and maker's marks, case and pouch stamped Cartier.

Condition

Stamped with French assay marks for 18 carat gold and platinum and Pt950 for platinum. Necklace signed Cartier and numbered 980486. Pendant with French assay marks for 18 carat gold and platinum. Gemstones including: aquamarine, iolite, pink tourmaline, garnet, diamond, chalcedony, moonstone, abrasions consistent with wear. Diamonds bright and lively. Well articulated. Clasp fitting secure with safety catch to underside. In very good condition. Accompanied by case and pouch stamped Cartier.
"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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."