Natural Pearl, Emerald and Diamond Necklace

The five-stranded necklace composed of 551 pearls graduating in size from approximately 7.7 to 2.9 mm, completed by a clasp centered by a cabochon emerald measuring approximately 12.8 by 11.7 mm, framed within old mine-cut diamonds weighing approximately 3.00 carats, length approximately 16¾ inches.

In good condition. The pearls have a creamy white body color, well-matched with cleaner skins on the pearls at the front, with the smaller pearls at the back more blemished. Medium bright luster, the largest pearls more ovoid and out-of-round. The emerald is medium-deep, heavily included with a small chip at the bottom edge and some faint surface-reaching inclusions. The clasp set with 14 old mine and old European-cut diamonds, approximately J-M color, predominantly SI-I clarity. Accompanied by GIA report no. 14176852 stating that one of the strands, with 143 pearls, are natural, saltwater. Also accompanied by SSEF report no. 65751 stating that 551 pearls are natural, saltwater.
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.

Accompanied by GIA report no. 14176852 stating that one of the strands, with 143 pearls, are natural.

Accompanied by SSEF report no. 65751 stating that the pearls are natural.