Lot 108
- 108
18 Karat Gold, Carved Colored Stone and Diamond Necklace and Earclips, Sabbadini
Estimate
7,500 - 10,000 USD
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Description
- Sabbadini
- 18 karat gold, ruby, emerald, diamond, necklace, earrings
The graduated necklace composed of fluted ruby beads measuring approximately 22.0 to 9.4 mm., tumbled emerald beads measuring approximately 12.7 by 11.3 mm. to 9.0 by 8.4 mm., and gold rondelles set with round diamonds weighing approximately 1.80 carats, length 17 inches, signed Sabbadini; the earclips composed of carved rubies set in the center with round diamonds weighing approximately .25 carat, signed Sabbadini, Made in Italy. With signed pouch and necklace envelope.
Condition
The necklace composed of 17 fluted ruby beads of decorative quality and16 tumbled emerald beads. The numerous round diamonds are approximately G to H color, VS to SI clarity. The earclips set with 2 fluted opaque rubies, and 14 round diamonds approximately G to H color, VS to SI clarity. Chips, abrasions and cavities typical to this type of tumbled and fluted material, but in good condition overall. The rubies are considerably deeper and more purple than indicated by the printed catalogue illustration; the emeralds are a truer green color and not as blue.
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.
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.