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Natural pearl stick pin, circa 1900, and a natural pearl and diamond ring
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 CHF
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Description
- Gold, platinum, silver, diamonds and pearls
The stick pin set with a slightly grey oval natural pearl measuring 9.29 x 9.49 x 10.62mm; the ring of toi et moi design set with two button shaped natural pearls measuring 9.18 x 9.24 x 7.12mm and 9.17 x 9.18 x 6.59mm, size 50, French assay marks.
Condition
Accompanied by SSEF report no. 78975, stating that the three pearls were found to be natural, saltwater, with no indications of artificial colour modification.
Stamped Pt 950 for platinum. Stick pin: Oval natural pearl measuring 9.29 x 9.49 x 11.62mm, slightly grey, with very good skin and luster, very minor scratches on tip visible under magnification; for further details on natural pearl, please refer to the SSEF report. Pin in very good condition with minor signs of tarnish. Signs of wear to the metal consistent with light use. In very good condition. Gross weight approximately 2 grams.
Ring: French assay marks for platinum and gold. Button shaped natural pearls very well matched, measuring 9.18 x 9.24 x 7.12mm and 9.17 x 9.18 x 6.59mm, with excellent skin and luster; for further details on natural pearls, please refer to the SSEF report. Diamonds bright and lively. Signs of very little wear to the metal. In very good condition. Total gross weight approximately 6 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."