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Emerald, ruby and diamond pendant-necklace
Estimate
50,000 - 70,000 USD
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Description
Emerald beads measuring approximately 22.6 by 16.7 mm. to 10.8 by 10.4 mm., the larger ruby bead measuring approximately 24.2 by 22.0 mm. and studded with a round diamond, the smaller ruby beads measuring approximately 5.7 by 5.1 mm., interspaced by collet-set rectangular-shaped emeralds, mounted in gold, length 16 inches.
Condition
Indian influence in its design. In fairly good condition with discoloration to the mounting and irregularities throughout. The tumbled emerald beads are a lively shade of medium slightly bluish green and moderately to heavily included. The rectangular-cut emeralds are a slightly lighter shade of bluish green and moderately included. The irregularly-shaped ruby pendant is a vibrant purplish red and heavily included. The ruby beads are similarly colored and moderately included. The modern round-cut diamond near the center of the ruby pendant is approximately near colorless and VS-SI clarity.
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
A similar necklace is illustrated in Patrick Mauriès, Jewelry by Chanel, pp. 132-133, and 136. Coined 'day by day, the favorite necklace' of Chanel in the book, Lucia Moreira Salles owned a necklace of similar design.