The stylised lavallière necklace, suspending a briolette sapphire and yellow sapphire drop, respectively supported by a line of graduated brilliant-cut diamonds and circular-cut sapphires continuing throughout the collar, accented to the centre by baguette diamonds and two marquise-shaped diamonds, the sapphires and yellow sapphire together weighing approximately 40.00 carats and diamonds approximately 10.00 carats, mounted in 18 karat white gold, length approximately 390mm, signed.

Colour and Clarity: In our opinion, the diamonds are probably of F to G colours, VS clarity, brilliant stones. The round sapphires are of medium to medium dark, intense blue colour, eye clean. Sapphire and yellow sapphire briolettes are of medium tone, both clean to naked eyes but with some abrasions along facet junctions under 10x loupe. Signed to the clasp. Condition: Minor signs of wear, otherwise in good condition.
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.