Lot 210
  • 210

Platinum, Sapphire and Diamond Necklace, Bulgari

Estimate
80,000 - 120,000 USD
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Description

  • Bulgari
  • platinum, sapphire, diamond
The front and clasp set with 24 cushion-cut and oval-shaped sapphires weighing approximately 62.30 carats, the sapphires at the front spaced by marquise-shaped diamonds weighing approximately 5.35 carats, further set with baguette diamonds weighing approximately 8.00 carats, length 16ΒΌ inches, signed Bulgari.

Condition

In good condition. The sapphires are lively in color and range from medium violetish blue to medium deep slightly violetish blue, lightly included with a few examples of surface reaching fractures evident under magnification. The diamonds are approximately F-H color, predominantly VS clarity. Lies nicely on the neck. Signed on the clasp and fitted with a safety closure. Accompanied by AGL report no. CS 57563 stating that an excess of 50% of the sapphires tested at random are a combination of Ceylon and Madagascar origin, with indications of heating.
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.

Catalogue Note

Accompanied by AGL report no. CS 57563 stating that an excess of 50% of the sapphires tested at random are a combination of Ceylon and Madagascar origin, with indications of heating.