6th Apr, 2023 10:00

The Jewellery, Silver & Watches Sale

 
Lot 255
 

255

A string of natural saltwater pearls with a diamond set clasp

seventy one graduated natural saltwater pearls, from 4.9 to 8.7mm, strung knotted to a push-in circular clasp set with an old cut diamond, approximately 6.05 x 5.75 x 3.52mm, estimated approximate weight 0.83ct, assessed colour I/J, assessed clarity SI2/I1, length 56cm, unmarked, tested as 18ct gold with a silver setting, weight 32.4g, accompanied by a report from The Gem & Pearl Laboratory, dated 24th February 2023, stating the pearls to be natural saltwater

Sold for £58,000


Condition Report

Overall condition: Good


String is slightly stretched in places


Two pearls have metal inserts within the drilled holes


Minor abrasion/chipping to diamond, visible with a 10X loupe


Wear to setting, consistent with age


Clasp opens and closes positively

 
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