Lot 1731
  • 1731

CULTURED PEARL, RUBY, SAPPHIRE AND DIAMOND NECKLACE, HARRY WINSTON

Estimate
160,000 - 240,000 HKD
bidding is closed

Description

Composed of thirty cultured pearls, centring upon the brilliant-cut diamond floral clasp, highlighted with circular-cut ruby or sapphires, mounted in 18 karat yellow gold, length approximately 415mm, signed Winston, maker's marks for Jacques Timey, case stamped Harry Winston.

Condition

Stamped 750 for 18 karat yellow gold. Signed WINSTON and with maker's marks for Jacques Timey. Cultured pearls measuring approximately 8.96 to 8.53mm, well matched in colour, of slightly yellowish body colour, some with rosé or green overtones, with minor natural surface blemishes, a few with minor fine scratches. Ruby estimated to weigh approximately 0.50 carat, is of medium dark purplish red colour and medium strong saturation, with minor typical inclusions, a few are surface reaching, some nicks and abrasions; sapphires are of medium dark blue and violetish blue colour, of strong saturation, with typical inclusions, some nicks and abrasions; all graded under 10x magnification. Diamonds are bright and lively. Signs of normal wear to the metal commensurate with age, gold rondelles and floral clasp shows discolouration. Overall in fair condition.
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