Gold, Silver, Ruby and Emerald Bead Necklace

Set with 29 square-cut rubies suspending a fringe of drop-shaped emerald beads, the clasp set with one cabochon emerald and round and single-cut diamonds, length 15½ inches.

In good condition. The emeralds are light to medium light slightly bluish green to blue-green, moderately to heavily included, with many beads bearing surface reaching inclusions as is typical with this type of material. The 4 round and 2 single-cut diamonds are near colorless and decorative in quality, weighing approximately .15 carat. The rubies are a medium pinkish red, lightly to moderately included with several exhibiting abrading to the facet junctions visible under magnification. Fitted with a safety chain. Gross weight approximately 509.00 carats.
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.