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Lot 16
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Two Cultured Pearl and Diamond Necklaces

Estimate
1,000 - 1,500 USD
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Description

  • cultureal pearl, diamond
The first necklace composed of 77 cultured pearls graduating in size from approximately 9.3 to 5.3 mm, the clasp set with round and old European-cut diamonds weighing approximately .65 carat, length 25 inches; the second necklace composed of 99 cultured pearls graduating in size from approximately 3.0 to 7.0 mm, the clasp set with a single round diamond, length 19½ inches.

Condition

Both strands in good condition. LARGER STRAND: The round to near round, creamy white pearls present soft pinkish, orangy, and green overtones with good luster; minor to moderate blemishing primarily in the form of wrinkling and pitting. Nicely graduated. The old European-cut diamonds are approximately H-I color, VS clarity; the rose-cut diamonds are approximately light gray to near colorless and decorative in quality. The clasp tests as platinum-topped gold. SMALLER STRAND: the round ivory-colored pearls with faint to moderate green, blue, pink and purple overtones; fair to good luster, with minor to moderate pitting and wrinkling. The underside of the clasp numbered "90" or "06" and set with a diamond of decorative quality; tests as white gold. Accompanied by 2 GIA reports: No. 5141620749 stating that the necklace composed of 77 pearls are bead cultured pearls, saltwater. No. 1142620884 stating that the necklace composed of 99 pearls are bead cultured pearls, saltwater, only 7 pearls in this necklace have been tested.
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.

Catalogue Note

Accompanied by 2 GIA reports:
no. 5141620749 stating that the necklace composed of 77 pearls are bead cultured pearls, saltwater.
no. 1142620884 stating that the necklace composed of 99 pearls are bead cultured pearls, saltwater, only 7 pearls in this necklace have been tested.