Comprising two strands of sapphire beads, three strands of ruby beads and two strands of emerald beads, spaced by six gold rings, internal circumference approximately 20 inches, with French assay and workshop marks. With pouch signed Marchak.

In very good condition. The emerald beads are medium green, the sapphire beads are medium violetish blue and the ruby beads are medium deep slightly purplish red. The beads are translucent and moderately included, which is typical for beads. The gold spacers exhibit minor scratching. According to the consignor, the beads were bought in India and brought to Paris where they were strung into the current necklace by the jewelry house Marchak.
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.
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