- 156
Cultured pearl and diamond demi-parure, Bulgari, 1990s
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 CHF
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Description
- Bulgari
- Cultured pearls, diamonds, gold
Comprising: a necklace composed of gold links set with pear-shaped, square- and brilliant-cut diamonds, alternating with cultured pearls and brilliant-cut diamond rondelles, length approximately 400mm, and a pair of ear clips, each piece signed Bulgari, the necklace with Italian assay and maker's marks, the ear clips with French assay and maker's marks, necklace pouch stamped Bulgari.
Literature
Cf.: Daniela Mascetti and Amanda Triossi, Bulgari, Milan, 1996, pg. 105.
Condition
Each piece signed Bulgari, mark for Bulgari, the necklace with Italian maker's mark and stamped 750 for 18 carat gold. The ear clips with French maker's marks, French assay marks and stamped 750 for 18 carat gold. Cultured pearls well matched in colour, of white body colour, with good skin and lustre, minor pinpoints and blemishes. Diamonds estimated to weigh a total of approximately 35.00 - 40.00 carats, on average G-H colour, VS clarity, as gauged and graded in the mount. Signs of normal wear and tarnish to the metal. In very good condition. Total gross weight approximately 156 grams. Pouch stamped Bulgari.
"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
The reverse of this necklace illustrates the use of griglia, a pierced metal backing to the jewel, which echoes the decorative motif of the front.