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SEED PEARL NECKLACE, 19TH CENTURY
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 CHF
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Description
Designed as two seed pearl torsades, the pearl set clasp supporting two tassles, length approximately 360mm, fitted case stamped Lucien Tesson, the exterior of the case with a grass-snake, symbol of the Colbert family, surmounted with a marquis crown.
Provenance
Caroline de Colbert-Turgis (1829-1886), daughter of Albert-Henri de Colbert, Comte de Colbert-Turgis, and Caroline de Colbert Chabanais, who married Edouard de Colbert, Marquis du Cannet (1828-1859) Thence by descent
Condition
One small pearl missing on one of the tassles. Signs of tarnish to the metal. In good condition. Gross weight approximately 43 grams. Case stamped Ancienne Maison Daux, Lucien Tesson, Joailler-Orfèvre, 24 Rue Cambon Paris.
"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."