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Natural pearl, ruby and diamond pendant, late 19th Century
Estimate
15,000 - 25,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- pearl, enamel, gold, silver, diamond, ruby
Set with a natural pearl of grey tint measuring approximately 11.14 - 11.22 x 14.77mm, to a surmount set with rose diamonds, a step-cut ruby and black enamel, French import marks.
Condition
Accompanied by SSEF report no. 87121, stating that the button-shaped drilled pearl was found to be natural, saltwater, with no indication of artificial colour modification.
French import marks for gold and silver. Pearl of oval shape, grey body colour with strong green and rose overtones, slight pitting to the nacre with one small dimple, medium lustre, the bottom of the pearl set with a rose diamond. Ruby of medium purplish red, transparent, typical inclusions visible under magnification, abrasions and minor chips to facets and facet edges consistent with age and wear. Damage to the black enamel on the surmount, in particular to the upper section, scratches consistent with age and wear. Diamonds bright and lively. Scratches to metal consistent with age and wear.
"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.
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.
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."
Catalogue Note
Accompanied by SSEF report no. 87121, stating that the button-shaped drilled pearl was found to be natural, saltwater, with no indication of artificial colour modification.