Lot 336
- 336
Turquoise and diamond necklace, 'Pierre de Caractère', Van Cleef & Arpels
Estimate
29,000 - 48,000 CHF
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Description
- Van Cleef & Arpels
- turquoise, diamond, gold
Composed of graduated turquoise beads, interspaced with barrel-shaped motifs set with brilliant-cut diamonds, and a similarly decorated scroll-shaped plaque to either side, shortest length approximately 470mm, signed VCA, numbered, French assay and maker's marks, fitted case by Van Cleef & Arpels.
Condition
Signed VCA, maker's marks, numbered ML 5424. Stamped 750 for 18 carat gold. Turquoise very well matched in colour. Diamonds estimated to weigh a total of approximately 7.50 - 9.50 carats, on average G-H colour and VS-SI clarity, as gauged and graded in the mounting. Barrel clasp secure. Signs of little wear to the metal. In good condition. Gross weight approximately 213 grams.
"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."
Catalogue Note
"It is certified that the item illustrated and described below is a unique Van Cleef & Arpels jewel issued from the Pierre de caractère collection, created to celebrate the House's 100th anniversary. Throughout this collection, Van Cleef & Arpels reaffirms one hundred years of glamour and excellence in the universe of High Jewellery", certificate of authenticity, Van Cleef & Arpels.