Cultured Pearl, Multi-Stone, Gold, White Metal Necklaces Stones: Round-shaped...

Cultured Pearl, Multi-Stone, Gold, White Metal Necklaces Stones: Round-shaped sapphires, rubies, and emeralds Pearls: Cultured pearls measuring 4.20 - 11.20 mm Metal: 14k gold, white metal Gross Weight: 170.70 grams Dimensions: 15 inches (gold clasp) Dimensions: 20 inches (white metal clasp) Property of a Cambridge, MA Lady HID09710052018 © 2024 Heritage Auctions | All Rights Reserved

Condition Report: Colored Gems:Type(s): Sapphires, Rubies, EmeraldsShape(s): RoundCount: 1 - 25Avg Quality: GoodPearls:Pearl: 1Type: AkoyaShape: Near RoundColor: WhiteOvertone: RoseLuster: FineSurface: Slightly BlemishedCount: 96Size: 6.70 - 9.50 mmPearl: 2Type: AkoyaShape: Near RoundColor: CreamOvertone: GreenLuster: GoodSurface: Heavily BlemishedCount: 98Size: 8.40 - 11.20 mmPearl: 3Type: AkoyaShape: RoundLuster: GoodSurface: Slightly BlemishedCount: 1Size: 4.20 mmMetals:GoldWhite MetalOverall Condition: GoodCondition Notes: The first necklace measures 15 inches and is composed of 96 near-round Akoya cultured pearls, ranging from 6.70 to 9.50 mm in size. The pearls display a beautiful luster and are complemented by a 14k gold clasp, which is adorned with two round-shaped sapphires, rubies, and emeralds. The second necklace is a longer 20-inch strand featuring 98 cream-colored, cultured pearls displaying moderate to heavy blemishes and ranging in shape from near-round to semi-baroque. These larger pearls, measuring 8.40 to 11.20 mm, offer a more organic and textured look. The necklace is completed with a clasp marked as silver but tested as "German silver," an alloy composed primarily of nickel, copper, and zinc, confirmed via XRF, and adorned with a 4.20 mm pearl accent on the clasp.