Lot 5
  • 5

18 Karat Gold and Colored Stone Necklace-Bracelet Combination, Bulgari

Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 USD
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Description

  • Bulgari
  • gold, colored stone
The curb link chain set at intervals with oval-shaped colored stone cabochons including pink tourmalines, peridots, amethysts and citrines, gross weight approximately 130 dwts, length 30½ inches, signed Bulgari, with Italian registry marks, separates into three segments measuring 7, 7 and 16¼ inches for variety of wear; circa 1980. With signed box and envelope.

Condition

In very good condition. The colored stones ranging in weight from approximately 2.60 to 3.75 carats each. The amethysts are medium purple, lightly included, with minor abrasions to the surface visible under magnification. The peridots are medium yellowish green, eye-clean to lightly included, some with minor abrasions and small chips visible under magnification. The citrines are a medium brownish reddish orange, eye-clean, with a few minor chips and abrasions visible under magnification. The pink tourmalines are a vivid, slightly purplish pink, moderately to heavily included, with some surface reaching inclusions. Bears a nice heft. Each of the three clasps fitted with a safety closure.
"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

A similar example of this design is illustrated in Bulgari by Daniela Mascetti and Amanda Triossi, page 167.