Lot 545
  • 545

Pair of ruby and seed pearl ear clips, Adler, and five cultured pearl necklaces

Estimate
4,000 - 7,000 CHF
bidding is closed

Description

  • Cultured pearls, seed pearls, pink tourmalines, rubies, diamonds, gold
Each ear clip set with a sugarloaf ruby framed with seed pearls, each signed Adler, one necklace composed of cultured pearls alternating with seed pearls, to a spherical clasp pavé-set with brilliant-cut diamonds, length approximately 465mm, one of cultured pearls alternating with multicoloured sapphire and diamond faceted beads, to a clasp pavé-set with circular-cut yellow sapphires, length approximately 385mm, one composed of cultured pearls alternating with pink tourmaline beads, to an oval clasp collet-set with a cabochon pink tourmaline, length approximately 390mm, one of cultured pearls alternating with cabochon rubies, accented with circular-cut rubies and brilliant-cut diamonds, length approximately 760mm, the last one composed of cultured pearls, length approximately 360mm, unillustrated.

Condition

Each ear clip signed Adler, stamped 750 for 18 carat gold. Sugarloaf rubies measuring approximately 10.50 x 8.00 x 5.40mm and 10.25 x 7.60 x 6.00mm, well matched in colour, purplish red, translucent, with surface-reaching inclusions, scratches and scratches and nicks, cavities to the reverse. Cultured pearls of cream body colour, with good skin and lustre. One cultured pearl necklace signed Adler, clasp stamped 750 for 18 carat gold. Cultured pearls measuring from approximately 4.40mm to approximately 8.35mm, of white body colour, partly with rosé and green overtones, pinpoints, growth marks and blemishes. Scratches to the metal. Clasp secure, safety catch. One necklace with cultured pearls measuring from approximately 3.50mm to approximately 9.30mm, of light cream body colour, partly with rosé and green overtones, with good skin and luster, growth marks, pinpoints and blemishes. Diamonds bright and lively, estimated to weigh a total of approximately 2.00 - 2.50 carats. Signs of wear to the clasp. One necklace with cultured pearls measuring from approximately 7.95mm to approximately 8.40mm, of white body colour, partly with rosé overtones, with scratches and blemishes. Multicoloured sapphire faceted beads with typical inclusions, scratches and abrasions. Circular-cut yellow sapphires well matched in colour, with abrasions. Diamonds bright and lively. One necklace with cultured pearls measuring from approximately 10.00mm to approximately 10.75mm, of light cream body colour, with good skin, growth marks and blemishes. Tourmaline beads well matched in colour, pink, with typical inclusions, some surface-reaching, with scratches, nicks and chips. Scratches to the clasp consistent with use. One necklace with cultured pearls measuring from approximately 6.00mm to approximately 6.50mm, of white body colour, with pinpoints and blemishes. Cabochon and circular-cut rubies well matched in colour, purplish red, with typical surface-reaching inclusions, abrasions, scratches, chips and cavities. Diamonds bright and lively, estimated to weigh a total of approximately 2.00 - 2.50 carats. Signs of wear to the clasp consistent with use. Total gross weight approximately 194 grams.
"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.
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