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Property of the June Barrymore Ash Trust

Cartier

Jadeite and Diamond Necklace and Pair of Earclips, Paris

Auction Closed

September 13, 07:54 PM GMT

Estimate

40,000 - 60,000 USD

Lot Details

Description

Composed of 30 jadeite beads, decorated at the sides and clasp with openwork links of geometric design set with old European- and single-cut diamonds, accompanied by a pair of earclips composed of split jadeite beads framed and accented by old European-, single-cut and baguette diamonds.

  • Diamonds weighing a total of approximately 9.00 carats
  • Necklace length 21¾ inches, earclip length 1¼ inches
  • Necklace signed Cartier Paris, partially numbered L2248, earclips unsigned
  • Platinum and 18 karat white gold
  • French assay and workshop marks
  • Circa 1925, with later modifications
  • Accompanied by photocopies of GIA report nos. 5161682007 and 1162685920 stating that the color of the jadeite is natural, with no indications of impregnation

Sotheby's, December 9, 2008, Property From a Noble Family, lot 324