- 253
Cultured pearl, emerald and diamond necklace
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description
- cultured pearls, emeralds, diamonds, silver, gold
Composed of two graduated rows of cultured pearls, to a late 19th century open work clasp set with step-cut emeralds and circular-cut diamonds, length approximately 350mm.
Provenance
Sotheby's, Fit for a Princess, jewels and couture from the collection of the late Her Royal Highness Princess Lillian of Belgium and Various Owners, London, 19th May 2003, lot 252.
Condition
Stamped 750 for 18 carat gold. Pearls measuring from approximately 7.6mm to 11.7mm, cream with rosé and green overtones, medium lustre. Emeralds medium green with typical inclusions visible to naked eye. Diamonds bright and lively. Scratches and tarnish to jewel consistent with age and wear. Later clasp fitting secure, with signs of repair to reverse. 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."