Lot 43
- 43
Gold, Natural Pearl, Diamond and Colored Stone Pin, Late 19th Century
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 USD
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Description
- gold, pearl, diamond, colored stone
Designed as a crown topped with nine natural pearls measuring approximately 6.8 to 6.3 mm, accented by numerous single, rose and old mine-cut diamonds weighing approximately 1.85 carats, further set with four oval-shaped rubies and three lozenge-shaped emeralds, one diamond missing.
Condition
In good condition, with some minor discoloration to the mounting evident on the reverse. The round to slightly off-round pearls range from a creamy to a silvery white body color, with some exhibiting light rose overtones. Good luster, with some examples of ringing, wrinkling and pitting visible under magnification. The larger diamonds are approximately G-I color, VS-SI clarity, while the smaller diamonds are near colorless and decorative in quality. One diamond missing under the natural pearl closest to the point of the pin stem. The emeralds are a lively green, eye-clean. The rubies are a medium dark purplish red, and of good clarity. Accompanied by GIA report no. 5111719619 stating the pearls are natural, saltwater.
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.
Catalogue Note
Accompanied by GIA report no. 5111719619 stating the pearls are natural, saltwater.