Lot 366
  • 366

Natural Pearl and Diamond Pendant, Cartier, Paris, circa 1950

Estimate
400,000 - 600,000 USD
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Description

  • Cartier, Paris
The large natural pearl drop of slightly baroque form measuring approximately 18.6 mm. in diameter, drilled and capped by single-cut and round diamonds, on a detachable stirrup-shaped diamond-set pendant fitting, maker's mark. May be worn as a drop on the pearl necklace, lot 364.                                                                        

Provenance

The Jewels of the Duchess of Windsor, Sotheby's Geneva, April 2, 1987, lot 67.

Condition

Please contact a Jewelry Department Specialist for further information on this lot.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. 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. Illustrations in the catalogue may not be actual size. Prospective purchasers are reminded that, unless the catalogue description specifically states that a stone is natural, we have assumed that some form of treatment may have been used and that such treatment may not be permanent. Our presale estimates reflect this assumption.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.

Catalogue Note

Accompanied by a Gubelin report stating that the pearl is natural.