Lot 422
  • 422

Important emerald and diamond necklace, Harry Winston

Estimate
430,000 - 620,000 CHF
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Description

  • Harry Winston
  • emerald, diamond, platinum
Composed of lines of step- and brilliant-cut diamonds, suspending pear-shaped emeralds within frames of marquise-, pear-shaped and brilliant-cut diamonds, length approximately 400mm, mark for Jacques Timey, case stamped Harry Winston.

Condition

Accompanied by Gübelin report no. 14100027, stating that the emeralds measuring from approximately 19.20 x 10.95 x 7.20 to 23.25 x 12.00 x 8.15 mm, are of Colombian origin, with minor clarity enhancement. Mark for Jacques Timey on the clasp. Stamped 950 Pt for platinum and clasp tongue OR for gold. Largest emerald weighing 12.15 carats; emeralds well matched in colour, of medium strong saturation, good transparency, typical inclusions, a few nicks and scratches and some small abrasions around the girdle; for further information please refer to the Gübelin report. Diamonds estimated to weigh a total of approximately 64.00 - 69.00 carats, on average G-H colour and VS clarity, as gauged and graded in the mounting. Clasp secure, safety catch below. Signs of little wear to the metal, few scratches consistent with use. In very good condition. Gross weight approximately 116 grams.
"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.
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