- 175
Cultured pearl and diamond necklace, Cartier
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- cultured pearl, diamond, emerald, gold
Designed as two rows of cultured pearls joined together by a pair of dolphins, one set with brilliant-cut diamonds, each with an emerald eye, length of shortest row approximately 410mm, signed Cartier, numbered, maker's mark.
Condition
French assay marks and stamped 750 for 18 carat gold, signed Cartier and numbered 820925 to reverse of dolphins and clasp. Diamonds bright and lively. Emeralds mid green, transparent. with typical inclusions visible under magnification. Cultured pearls approximately 7.4mm diameter on average, white body colour with green and rose overtones, light pitting, very light scratches and minor imperfections to nacre. Light scratches to stone, metal and nactre consistent with wear. Clasp secure. In 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. 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.
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."
"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.
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."