The necklace composed of seventy-three cultured pearls graduating from black to grey to white colour, measuring approximately 13.64 to 10.06mm, completed by pavè-set circular-cut diamond clasp, mounted in 18 karat white gold, length approximately 890mm.

Colour and Clarity: According to the GIA report, seventy-three pearls are saltwater cultured pearls, with no indications of treatment. Please refer to the report for details. In our opinion, the pearls are round to off round, of black, grey and white body colour, and with good lustre. Under the 10x loupe inspection, majority of the cultured pearls with minor surface blemishes but not noticeable to the naked eye, and a few smaller black cultured pearls with moderate surface blemishes. The diamonds on the boule clasp together weighing approximately 1.00 carat, are about G to H colour (with a few I to J colour), SI to I clarity. Please note that the biggest cultured pearl is approximately 14.10mm. Condition: Karat white gold clasp, overall in very 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. 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.

Accompanied by GIA report numbered 2217545850, dated 25 January 2016, stating that the pearls are cultured saltwater pearls, with no indications of treatment.