L13050

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Lot 4
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Natural pearl and diamond demi-parure

Estimate
10,000 - 20,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • pearl, diamond, silver, gold
Comprising: a necklace designed as three rows of pearls highlighted with bow motifs set with circular-cut and rose diamonds, the central motif suspending a pear-shaped diamond, length approximately 390mm, and a pair of pearl and diamond pendants of tassel design, fittings deficient; late 19th Century elements, composite, case.

Condition

Accompanied by The Gem & Pearl Laboratory report no 06764, stating that the pearls were found to be natural, saltwater. Pearls with cream body colour and rose overtone, oval and barrel shaped, diamonds bright and lively with mixed colours and clarities, principle pear-shaped diamond measuring approximately 12.8 x 6.7 x 4.1 = 1.97 carats, estimated colour and clarity approximately H-I, Si, chips to girdle, pair of pendants with deficient fittings, overall 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."

Catalogue Note

Accompanied by The Gem & Pearl Laboratory report no 06764, stating that the pearls were found to be natural, saltwater.