Lot 175
  • 175

SUITE OF AMETHYST AND DIAMOND JEWELS

Estimate
30,000 - 50,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

Comprising: a necklace suspending a fringe of oval and pear-shaped amethysts, embellished throughout with marquise, round, baguette and square-cut diamonds, length 17½ inches, numbered N9039; a ring designed as a cluster of pear and oval-shaped amethysts, highlighted with baguette and round diamonds, size 7; and a pair of pendant-earclips en suite, numbered 13039.

Condition

In good condition with light scratching throughout and minor nicking to the mounting commensurate with regular wear. The metal tests as 18 karat (white) gold. The necklace numbered W9089. The amethysts are a medium violetish purple color, weighing a total of approximately 145.00 carats, eye-clean. The diamonds weighing a total of approximately 27.00 carats, the largest weighing approximately 2.55 carats, are approximately G-H color, VS-SI clarity. The necklace fitted with safety closure. The earclips each numbered 13039. The earclips length approximately 2 inches.
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.Certificates of Authenticity: Various manufacturers may not issue certificates of authenticity upon request. Sotheby's is not under an obligation to furnish the purchaser with a certificate of authenticity from the manufacturer at any time. Unless the requirements for a rescission of the sale under the Terms of Guarantee are satisfied, the failure of a manufacturer to issue a certificate will not constitute grounds to rescind the sale. Gemological Certificates and Reports: References in the catalogue descriptions to certificates or reports issued by gemological laboratories are provided only for the information of bidders, and Sotheby's does not guarantee and accepts no responsibility for the accuracy, terms or information contained in such certificates or reports. Please also note that laboratories may differ in their assessment of a gemstone (including its origin and presence, type and extent of treatments) and their certificates or reports may contain different results.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.