Lot 291
  • 291

Emerald, sapphire, ruby and diamond necklace, Van Cleef & Arpels

Estimate
32,000 - 52,000 CHF
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Description

  • Van Cleef & Arpels
  • Emeralds, sapphires, rubies, diamonds, gold
Designed as a torsade of emerald, sapphire and ruby beads, the front set with a carved emerald depicting a woman's figure within a frame of brilliant-cut diamonds, length approximately 430mm, signed Van Cleef & Arpels, numbered, pouch stamped Van Cleef & Arpels.

Condition

Signed Van Cleef & Arpels, numbered 132997, French maker's marks for Lasbleitz Fournier Vitello, 48 Rue Meslay, 75003 Paris. French assay marks and stamped 750 for 18 carat gold. Emerald, sapphire and ruby beads well matched in colour, with scratches, abrasions and nicks. Carved emerald green of medium strong saturation, with typical inclusions, some surface reaching, scratches and nicks. Diamonds estimated to weigh a total of approximately 4.00 - 4.50 carats, on average F-H colour, VS-SI clarity, as gauged and graded in the mount. Scratches to the metal consistent with use. Clasp secure, safety catch. In good condition. Gross weight approximately 216 grams. Pouch stamped Van Cleef & Arpels.
"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."