Platinum, Diamond and Cultured Pearl Necklace

The five-strand necklace composed of numerous cultured pearls, centering a garland-style plaque of openwork design, set in the center with an old mine-cut diamond weighing approximately 1.80 carats, the plaque and clasp further set with round and old European-cut diamonds weighing approximately 7.00 carats, length 20½ inches; the central plaque circa 1915.

In very good condition. The round to near-round cultured pearls have a creamy white body color with strong rose and moderate green overtones, good luster and minute blemishing mainly in the form of pitting, not evident when worn. The center old mine-cut diamond that is set in the plaque is approximately K-L color, SI clarity. The remainder of the diamonds in the plaque and the clasp range from approximately G-J color, predominantly VS clarity. Length approximately 20 1/2 inches, length of plaque approximately 2 inches. Accompanied by a copy of a Valuation Appraisal from Cartier dated April 1st, 2010, available upon request. Retailed by Cartier New York. Please note that a strand has become detached and will be repaired for the purchaser by Sotheby's.
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.