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Natural pearl, onyx and diamond sautoir, first half of the twentieth century and later
Estimate
118,000 - 215,000 CHF
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Description
- seed pearls, saltwater pearls, metal, diamond, onyx
The pendant set with a natural pearl measuring approximately 11.66 x 13.36 x 9.97mm, suspending a stylised scroll motif set with cushion-shaped, single-cut and rose diamonds, accented with polished onyx beads and two natural pearls measuring approximately 10.90 x 12.25 x 15.70mm and 10.45 x 11.65 x 20.20mm, to a later added seed pearl chain, length approximately 880mm, fitted case.
Condition
Accompanied by SSEF report no. 80369, stating that the slightly button shaped pearl measuring approximately 11.66 x 13.36 x 9.97mm, and the two drop shaped pearls measuring approximately 10.90 x 12.25 x 15.70mm and 10.45 x 11.65 x 20.20mm, were found to be natural, saltwater, and that the surface of one pearl has been worked.
Clasp on the chain stamped 950. Pearls of slightly cream body colour, with good lustre, growth marks and some blemishes; for further details on the pearls, please refer to the SSEF report. Onyx beads with minor scratches and blemishes. Diamonds estimated to weigh a total of approximately 7.50 - 8.50 carats, on average G-H colour, VS-SI clarity (a few I), as gauged and graded in the mounting. Seed pearls on the chain round to roundish, to barrel and baroque shaped, of white to cream body colour, some with growth marks and blemishes. Fitted case. In good condition.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Please note that colour, clarity and weight of gemstones are statements of opinion only and not statements of fact by Sotheby's. We do not guarantee, and are not responsible for any certificate from a gemological laboratory that may accompany the property. We do not guarantee that watches are in working order. 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue, in particular to the Notice regarding the treatment and condition of gemstones and to the Notice regarding import of Burmese jadeite and rubies into the US.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Please note that colour, clarity and weight of gemstones are statements of opinion only and not statements of fact by Sotheby's. We do not guarantee, and are not responsible for any certificate from a gemological laboratory that may accompany the property. We do not guarantee that watches are in working order. 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue, in particular to the Notice regarding the treatment and condition of gemstones and to the Notice regarding import of Burmese jadeite and rubies into the US.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."