- 184
Gem set, paste and diamond necklace, 1980s
Estimate
7,000 - 9,000 GBP
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Description
- Gold, diamonds, cultured pearls, hardstone, paste, sapphire, citirne, tourmaline and peridot
Composed of a series of octagonal and oval plaques set with oval, cameo and intaglio gemstones including tourmalines, citrines, sapphire, peridot and chalcedony, some stones paste, accented with cultured pearls and square diamonds, length approximately 400mm.
Condition
Total weight approximately 182 grams. Gemstones of varying clarities, some with abrasions and chips to facet edge, some intaglio and cameos paste. Cultured pearls measuring approximately 6.0mm to 7.4mm, cream with rosé overtones, some small pits to nacre. Estimated total diamond weight approximately 1.00 - 1.50 carats, estimated clarity Vs on average. Minor abrasions and tarnish to mount consistent with wear. Clasp secure with safety catch to underside. 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."