YELLOW SAPPHIRE, SAPPHIRE AND DIAMOND NECKLACE, BULGARI

Centering a collet-set step-cut yellow sapphire between calibré-cut sapphires, further highlighted with brilliant-cut diamonds, on a blue cord, inner circumference approximately 390mm, signed Bulgari, French assay mark for gold and maker's mark, pouch stamped Bulgari.

Accompanied by SSEF report no. 100905, stating that the step-cut yellow sapphire, measuring approximately 14.50 x 13.00 x 7.20mm, stated to weigh approximately 14 carats, is of Ceylon origin, with no indications of heating. Signed BVLGARI, maker's mark for Bulgari, partial French maker's mark and assay mark for 18 carat gold. Yellow sapphire, with typical inclusions visible under close inspection, minor abrasions. Sapphires well matched in colour, blue of medium strong saturation, some with typical inclusions, some surface reaching, minor abrasions. Diamonds estimated to weigh a total of approximately 3.50 - 4.00 carats, on average G-H colour, VS clarity, as gauged and graded in the mount. Minor evidence of wear to the metal. In very good condition. Gross weight approximately 67 grams. Pouch stamped BVLGARI.
"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."

Accompanied by SSEF report no. 100905, stating that the yellow sapphire is of Ceylon origin, with no indications of heating.