- 641
Emerald and diamond necklace
Estimate
115,000 - 205,000 CHF
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Description
- emerald, platinum, diamond
Suspending a modified pear-shaped step-cut emerald from a necklace composed of lines of baguette diamonds, highlighted with pear-shaped and brilliant-cut diamonds, inner circumference approximately 370mm, numbered, maker's marks.
Condition
Stamped Pt 950 for platinum. Maker's mark WB, numbered 2675. The emerald is of homogeneous green colour with typical eye visible inclusions; it exhibits multiple nicks, scratches, abrasions and some surface reaching inclusions, the most notable at the girdle extending to the crown and pavilion, for further details please refer to the Gübelin report. Central diamond estimated to weigh approximately 2.50 carats, in our experts' opinion of G colour, VS clarity; smaller diamonds estimated to weigh a total of approximately 24.00 - 25.00 carats of similar colour and clarity. Clasp secure with safety catch below. Minor solder marks to one decorating elements. Normal signs of wear to the metal, scratches and indentations consistent with age and wear. 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."
"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."