Lot 51
  • 51

Ruby and diamond necklace, Boucheron, 1970s

Estimate
10,000 - 20,000 CHF
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Description

  • Boucheron
  • signed Boucheron and numbered, French assay and maker's marks.
  • length approximately 380mm,
Designed as a stylised ribbon set throughout with brilliant-cut diamonds, embellished at the front with a bow set with calibré-cut rubies, mounted in yellow gold,

Condition

The correct estimate is CHF 10,000-20,000 / US$ 8,500-16,500. Please refer to the Important Notices page 217 in the Day Sale catalogue, regarding import of rubies into the US. Stamped 750 for gold and numbered 55903. Total diamond weight approximately 20.00 carats, overall G-I colour, VS-SI clarity. Bright and lively stones. Well articulated. Some minor signs of wear to the metal, scratches consistent with use. In good condition.
"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 and to the Notice regarding import of Burmese jadeite and rubies into the US.
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."