CULTURED SOUTH SEA PEARL AND DIAMOND NECKLACE

Containing graduating South Sea pearls measuring approximately 11.60-15.15 mm in diameter, strung knotted with a yellow gold and diamond clasp. 17 1/4 inches long.
Gross weight: 67.80 dwt.

Property from the Estate of a Prominent Lady, 5th Avenue, New York

This lot is located in Chicago.

Measurements: The necklace measures approximately 17 1/4 inches long.

Overall Condition: There is one diamond missing. Acid test indicates the metal is 18 karat gold. Since detailed condition is difficult to ascertain, it is recommended that any strung jewelry purchased at auction be restrung.

Pearl Characteristics:
Shape: Near round and oval
Color: Cream
Luster: Good
Surface Condition: Variations to the nacre
Matching: Fair

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Sally Klarr, GG

Director, Senior Specialist, Jewelry & Watches

[email protected]312.334.4215

Ms. Klarr’s passion for jewelry began when she saw the gem collection at the Smithsonian at age 13, and she has since cultivated an expertise in jewelry and its history. She began her career at Christie’s as a Junior Specialist and went on to join Marshall Pierce & Co. in Chicago, culminating in a decade of experience in the auction business, VIP relations, and jewelry and luxury marketing. She earned her Graduate Gemologist degree from the Gemological Institute of America in New York and is a graduate of Hillsdale College.

Ruth Thuston, GG

Senior Specialist, Jewelry & Watches

[email protected]312.447.3268

Ms. Thuston brings to Freeman's over 20 years’ experience in antique, period and estate jewelry having facilitated the selling process for thousands of clients. Her career includes opening the Chicago jewelry department at Heritage Auctions and directing the Chicago office of CIRCA for twelve years. Earlier in her career she sold jewelry and watches for two of Chicago’s leading jewelers, CD Peacock and Sidney Garber. She is a Graduate Gemologist from the Gemological Institute of America and has a Bachelor of Arts in music from Albion College. Ms. Thuston has received national and chapter awards for her work with the Women’s Jewelry Association and is an executive board member of the Chicago History Museum Costume Council, a candidate member of the National Association of Jewelry appraisers (NAJA), a voting member of the Accredited Gemologist Association (AGA) and member of The American Society of Jewelry Historians.

April Matteini, GG

Senior Vice President, Head of Department, Jewelry

[email protected]561.833.8053

A Graduate Gemologist (GIA) who specializes in evaluating and appraising fine antique, estate jewelry and gemstones, Ms. Matteini provides streamlined services for Freeman's jewelry clients throughout Florida and the Southeast. Prior to joining the firm, she served as Bonhams Vice President for the Florida region and as the Regional Director for Skinner Auctioneers. A native New Englander, April has lived in South Florida since 2005 with her family. She enjoys membership in the American Society of Jewelry Historians, the jewelry social club Gem-X, and a life-long love of sailing. April brings more than 25 years of jewelry appraisal and auction house experience, combined with exceptional communications and customer service skills to her position.

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CULTURED SOUTH SEA PEARL AND DIAMOND NECKLACE

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