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Baroque cultured pearl, turquoise and sapphire bead necklace, Bulgari
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
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Description
- Bulgari
Baroque cultured pearls measuring approximately 26.2 by 18.8 mm. to 18.8 by 15.9 mm., sapphire beads measuring approximately 10.5 to 8.1 mm., turquoise beads measuring approximately 27.4 by 18.2 mm. to 17.8 by 12.4 mm., additionally composed of polished gold beads, mounted in 18 karat gold, length 22½ inches, together with an additional turquoise bead, unsigned. With signed box and pouch.
Condition
Very good condition. The light very slightly greenish blue turquoise beads are nicely matched and present generally even color distribution. The transparent sapphires are deep blue and moderately included. The silvery, very light grey pearls present faint to moderate pink and green overtones, a satin-like luster, and typical but subtle ringing, noduling and surface irregularities. Please note the necklace is signed by Bulgari on the interior of one of the gold beads.
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.
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
Although unsigned, accompanied by a copy of the original invoice no. 41000007036 from Bulgari.