18 Karat White Gold, Rock Crystal, Diamond and Enamel Pendant-Necklace, Georges Fouquet, France, Circa 1925

The frosted pear-shaped rock crystal drop surmounted by a diamond-set arrowhead cap, suspended by a frosted rock crystal hoop, accented by rose-cut diamond band connectors bordered by black enamel, completed by frosted elongated rock crystal beads, length 25 inches, maker's mark, French assay mark.

Good condition with minute abrading to the rock crystal and gentle surface wear to the mountings; more significant wear to the undersides of diamond-set connectors where the white metal plating wears thin to expose a yellow gold base. Enamel remains in good condition. The diamonds are near colorless and decorative in quality. Please note that the mounting is 18 karat white gold, not platinum, as stated in the catalogue. There is a French assay mark for 18 karat gold and a workshop mark.
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.
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For a similar example see Les Fouquet: Bijoutiers et Joailliers à Paris 1860-1960, Noël de Gary, p. 105.