Lot 231
- 231
18 Karat Gold, Diamond and Colored Stone Pendant-Necklace and Earclips, Fred, Paris
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
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Description
- gold, diamond, colored stone
The necklace composed of circular and navette-shaped links supporting a pendant, set with cabochon emeralds, rubies and sapphires accented by numerous round diamonds weighing approximately 13.10 carats, length 19¾ inches, a removable section measuring 7 inches may be worn as a bracelet; pendant detaches and may be worn as a brooch; the earclips set with cabochon emeralds, rubies and sapphires accented by round diamonds weighing approximately 2.90 carats; pendants detachable; all pieces signed Fred Paris, with French workshop and export marks.
Condition
In good condition. The cabochon rubies are medium slightly purplish red, semi-transparent and range from lightly to moderately included. The sapphire cabochons are medium deep slightly violetish blue, semi-transparent and also range from lightly to moderately included. The emeralds are medium green and range from moderately to heavily included, most examples with surface reaching fractures. The diamonds are approximately G-I color, VS clarity. The pendant on the necklace is detachable and can be converted into a brooch. The earclips fitted with pendant loops.
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.