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NATURAL PEARL AND DIAMOND NECKLACE, LATE 19TH CENTURY
Estimate
50,000 - 70,000 CHF
bidding is closed
Description
Designed as a graduated line of circular-cut diamonds, supporting three detachable pendants, each set with a button-shaped natural pearl weighing 9.66, 5.77 and 5.70 carats respectively, within a double frame of circular-cut diamonds, length approximately 360mm, French assay marks for gold and silver, pendants wearable as brooches or hair ornaments, one brooch fitting deficient, fitted case stamped Grognier-Arnaud.
Condition
Accompanied by SSEF report no. 106012, and LFG report no. 327000, each stating that the button-shaped pearls, weighing 9.66, 5.77 and 5.70 carats, measuring 12.63 x 13.04 x 8.52 mm, 9.97 x 10.17 x 7.29 mm 9.61 x 9.81 x 8.03 mm , respectively, were found to be natural, saltwater. French assay marks for silver and 18 carat gold. Diamonds estimated to weigh a total of approximately 16.00 - 18.00 carats, on average I-J colour, SI-I clarity, included, as gauged and graded in the mount. Signs of tarnish consistent with age. In overall good condition. Necklace later shortened. Fitted case stamped Grognier-Arnaud, Quai St Antoine 11, LYON. Total gross weight approximately 59 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.
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."
Catalogue Note
Accompanied by SSEF report no. 106012, stating that the pearls were found to be natural, saltwater.