Suspended at front with two near-round natural pearls measuring approximately 9.95 x 10.05 and 9.95 x 10.00mm respectively, and two drop-shaped brownish grey natural pearls, measuring approximately 10.90 x 17.00mm and 9.90-9.95 x 17.00mm respectively, decorated with variously-shaped diamonds, to the three-row cultured pearl necklace with diamond-set spacers and clasp, mounted in platinum, circa 1925, length approximately 610mm.

Property from the collection of Hugh Grant and Lucie Mackey Grant, New York

Colour and Clarity: According to the SSEF and GIA reports, four pearls tested are saltwater natural pearls, and both the grey pearls with no indications of artificial colour modification. Please refer to the report for details. In our opinion, the two near-round natural pearls are of white body colour and very good lustre. The two drop-shaped natural pearls are of taupe body colour, one with nice orient and the other one with slight orient, both of good lustre. Under the 10x loupe inspection, there are moderate surface blemishes but are not noticeable when worn. The small cultured pearls measuring approximately 3.25 to 3.10 mm., are of cream body colour, round to near-round, with excellent to very good lustre and majority are blemish-free under the 10x loupe inspection; and some with rosè overtone and some with green overtone. The diamonds together weighing approximately 1.50 carats, are about H to I colour, VS clarity.Condition: Vintage platinum mount with karat yellow gold clasp tongue. Shows signs of minor wear, 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 SSEF and GIA reports numbered 66622 and 2105814962, dated 12 February 2013 and 4 June 2009 respectively, stating that the four pearls tested are saltwater natural pearls, with no indication of treatment.