Lot 448
  • 448

MAGNIFICENT AND HIGHLY IMPORTANT EMERALD AND DIAMOND NECKLACE, CIRCA 1935

Estimate
3,000,000 - 4,000,000 CHF
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Description

The front set with a line of graduated sugarloaf cabochon emeralds of truly exceptional quality weighing 3.57, 4.01, 4.54, 5.45, 5.63, 6.22, 6.73, 6.75, 7.03, 8.78 and 18.09 carats, alternating with hexagonal-shaped diamonds, framed with similarly cut, dart-shaped and baguette diamonds, the detachable back formed of a tapered row of marquise-shaped, oval and square-cut diamonds, length approximately 360mm, the necklace front may be worn as a bracelet and the two detachable segments at the back could also be worn as a necklace together with the diamond bracelet, lot 521 from The Magnificent Jewels of Mme Hélène Beaumont Sale, May 1994.

Condition

Accompanied by SSEF report no. 105829, stating that the emeralds weighing 3.57, 4.01, 4.54, 5.45, 5.63, 6.22, 6.73, 6.75, 7.03, 8.78 and 18.09 carats, measuring 8.78 x 8.30 x 7.17mm, 9.17 x 8.49 x 7.10mm, 9.48 x 8.79 x 7.61mm, 11.47 x 10.50 x 6.63mm, 10.43 x 10.23 x 7.51mm, 11.68 x 10.62 x 6.84mm, 11.35 x 11.31 x 7.85mm, 11.54 x 11.50 x 7.72mm, 11.80 x 10.92 x 7.58mm, 12.61 x 12.18 x 8.26mm and 15.44 x 14.38 x 11.46mm, are of Colombian origin, with none to a minor amount of oil in fissures, together with an appendix letter. Also accompanied by Gübelin report no. 19012031, stating that the emeralds are of Colombian origin, with a minor amount of oil in fissures. Also accompanied by AGL report no. 1097342, stating that the emeralds are of Colombian origin, with an insignificant to a minor amount of oil in fissures, together with an appendix letter. Each detachable segment stamped PT950 for platinum. Emeralds weighing a total of 76.80 carats, the emerald weighing 7.03 carats is faceted at the back, overall in very good condition, with minor nicks. Diamonds estimated to weigh a total of approximately 90.00 - 100.00 carats, G-H colour, VS clarity, as gauged and graded in the mount. In very good condition. Gross weight approximately 201 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 Replica Shoes '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 Replica Shoes '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.
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."