Lot 342
- 342
Natural pearl and diamond necklace, one pearl cultured, 1920s
Estimate
29,000 - 48,000 CHF
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Description
- natural pearl, cultured pearl, diamond
Designed as two rows of natural pearls measuring from approximately 3.90 to 7.65mm, one pearl cultured, on a clasp set with baguette diamonds, length of shortest row approximately 500mm.
Condition
Accompanied by SSEF report no. 76237, stating that the majority of the pearls were found to be natural, saltwater, and that one pearl by the clasp is cultured.
According to the SSEF report, the diameters of the pearls on the longer strand are approximately 4.25 - 4.90 - 7.65 - 5.10 - 4.35 mm, the diameters of the pearls on the shorter strand are approximately 3.90 - 5.20 - 7.20 - 5.10 - 4.10 mm, they are of white to light cream body colour, partly with rosé and green overtones, for further information please refer to the SSEF report; good lustre, some with minor pitting and growth marks. Diamonds bright and lively. Clasp secure. Signs of normal wear to the metal, scratches consistent with use. In good condition. Gross weight approximately 39 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."