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Lot 579
  • 579

Impressive emerald and diamond necklace, Bulgari, circa 1970

Estimate
285,000 - 470,000 CHF
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Description

  • Bulgari
  • emerald, diamond, gold
Suspending a graduated fringe of step-cut emeralds, highlighted with brilliant-cut and baguette diamonds, length approximately 370mm, signed Bulgari, case stamped Bulgari.

Condition

Signed Bulgari. Stamped Pt 950 for platinum. Emerald measurements as follows: the top and bottom emerald from the central strand measuring approximately 8.80 x 6.52 x 3.92mm (top) and 7.55 x 7.41 x 4.25mm (bottom), last emeralds at furthest left and right of necklace measuring approximately 5.40 x 4.78 x 3.83mm (left) and 5.32 x 4.82 x 4.50mm (right), each as gauged in mounting; 56 emeralds total. Emeralds well match in colour with good transparency, well saturated, with typical crystal inclusions, few surface reaching, with few minor abrasion visible under x10 magnification. Diamonds estimated to weigh a total of approximately 40.00 - 50.00 carats, G-I colour, VS clarity, as gauged and graded in mounting. Clasp with safety catch. Signs of light wear to the metal consistent with use. In very good condition overall.
"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."