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Magnificent Diamond necklace/bracelet, Harry Winston, circa 1975
Estimate
840,000 - 1,400,000 CHF
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Description
- Harry Winston
The front set with eleven marquise-shaped diamonds weighing respectively 1.70, 1.97, 1.98, 2.27, 2.79, 2.94, 4.26, 4.36, 4.14, 4.51 and 6.09 carats, alternating with clusters of pear-shaped, circular- and brilliant-cut stones, the back row set with similar diamonds, mounted in platinum, length approximately 435mm, unsigned, pochette, detaches into five sections, the front part to be worn as a bracelet measuring approximately 165mm, the remaining parts to be assembled into a bracelet.
Condition
Stamped PT 950 for platinum. Maker's marks for Tavernier. The eleven principal marquise-shaped diamonds breakdown as follows:
1.70 carats, F Colour, SI2 Clarity
1.97 carats, F Colour, SI2 Clarity
1.98 carats, G Colour, VVS2 Clarity, potentially Flawless after repolishing
2.27 carats, G Colour, VS1 Clarity
2.79 carats, D Colour, SI1 Clarity
2.94 carats, D Colour, SI2 Clarity
4.14 carats, E Colour, SI2 Clarity
4.26 carats, D Colour, SI1 Clarity
4.36 carats, D Colour, I1 Clarity
4.51 carats, D Colour, VS1 Clarity
6.09 carats, D Colour, I1 Clarity
Remaining diamonds of similar clarity ranges, however the colour slightly lower in quality, overall G-I. The brilliant-cut diamonds stated to weigh approximately 12.76 carats, 134 pear-shaped diamonds stated to weigh approximately 35.60 carats, and for pear-shaped diamonds stated to weigh approximately 7.18 carats in total, ( 1.69, 1.84, 1.82 and 1.83 carats) . Therefore total diamond weight approximately 122.00 carats. Detaches into five sections, the front part can be worn as a bracelet measuring approximately 165mm, the remaining parts, measuring approximately 70, 45, 100, 50mm, to be assembled into a larger bracelet. Very supple. Signs of normal wear to the mount, scratches consistent with use. 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. 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 and to the Notice regarding import of Burmese jadeite and rubies into the US.
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 and to the Notice regarding import of Burmese jadeite and rubies into the US.
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."