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NATURAL PEARL AND DIAMOND NECKLACE, BOUCHERON PARIS
Estimate
4,300,000 - 5,000,000 HKD
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Description
- natural pearl, platinum, diamond
The triple-stranded necklace composed of two hundred and eight graduated round natural pearls measuring approximately 3.70 to 9.70mm, to a clasp set with circular-cut diamonds together weighing approximately 2.00 carats, length approximately 450mm, signed.
Condition
Colour and Clarity: According to SSEF report, the pearls are natural, saltwater pearls. Please refer to the report for details. In our opinion, the natural pearls are generally round to slightly off-round shape to naked eyes, white to cream white colour, with strong rosè overtone, very good lustre with minute surface blemishes which are not seen unless close and careful check, a rare collection of quality natural pearls. Diamonds on the clasp are about E to G colours, mostly VS clarity. Signed Boucheron Paris to the clasp.
Condition: Classic natural pearl necklace, in very 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. 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
Accompanied by SSEF report numbered 61329, dated 24 November 2011, stating that the pearls are natural saltwater pearls.