Lot 353
- 353
Gem-Set Necklace and Pendant-Earclips, Tony Duquette
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description
- TONY DUQUETTE
- gold, peridot, rock crystal quartz, kunzite
The necklace composed of oval and pear-shaped kunzites within textured claw-like mountings, connected by swags of rock crystal briolettes and peridot beads, length 19 inches; the similarly designed earclips set with oval and pear-shaped kunzites, fitted with retractable posts, pendants detachable; each signed Tony Duquette.
Condition
In good condition; the necklace with a few frayed strand-ends to the briolette bead stringing and signs of light wear to the mounting, the earclips in excellent condition. Some of the necklace strands may eventually benefit from restringing but it is currently wearable as is. Necklace clasp and earclip surmounts each signed Tony Duqette and stamped 18K for 18 karat gold. The kunzites are light slightly purplish pink and eye-clean; the largest oval kunzite measures approximately 29.0 x 23.0 x 15.5 mm, the largest pear-shaped kunzite is approximately 25.3 x 21.3 x 14.8 mm; on the earclips one oval kunzite measures approximately 18.5 x 13.3 x 9 mm, and one pear-shaped kunzite measures approximately 15.8 x 12.0 x 8.9 mm. The peridots are medium yellowish green, slightly included with some abrasions predominantly to facet edges visible under 10x magnification. Rock crystal quartz is near colorless, with some natural eye-visible inclusions. Earclips with retractable posts allowing for wear on both pierced and unpierced ears. Earclip overall length approximately 2⅛ inches, pendant length approximately ⅞ inch. Please note that one of the strands has become detached and it will be repaired for the purchaser by Sotheby's.
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.Certificates of Authenticity: Various manufacturers may not issue certificates of authenticity upon request. Sotheby's is not under an obligation to furnish the purchaser with a certificate of authenticity from the manufacturer at any time. Unless the requirements for a rescission of the sale under the Terms of Guarantee are satisfied, the failure of a manufacturer to issue a certificate will not constitute grounds to rescind the sale. Gemological Certificates and Reports: References in the catalogue descriptions to certificates or reports issued by gemological laboratories are provided only for the information of bidders, and Sotheby's does not guarantee and accepts no responsibility for the accuracy, terms or information contained in such certificates or reports. Please also note that laboratories may differ in their assessment of a gemstone (including its origin and presence, type and extent of treatments) and their certificates or reports may contain different results.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.
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.Certificates of Authenticity: Various manufacturers may not issue certificates of authenticity upon request. Sotheby's is not under an obligation to furnish the purchaser with a certificate of authenticity from the manufacturer at any time. Unless the requirements for a rescission of the sale under the Terms of Guarantee are satisfied, the failure of a manufacturer to issue a certificate will not constitute grounds to rescind the sale. Gemological Certificates and Reports: References in the catalogue descriptions to certificates or reports issued by gemological laboratories are provided only for the information of bidders, and Sotheby's does not guarantee and accepts no responsibility for the accuracy, terms or information contained in such certificates or reports. Please also note that laboratories may differ in their assessment of a gemstone (including its origin and presence, type and extent of treatments) and their certificates or reports may contain different results.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.