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A Conch Pearl and Diamond Necklace/Tiara, and a Pair of Matching of Earrings
- Estimate
- HK$800,000 - 1,000,000€88,700 - 111,000$100,000 - 130,000
HK$937,500
Lot Details
(Necklace) Twenty-six conch pearls, totalling approximately 20.60 carats
(Earrings) Six conch pearls, totalling approximately 5.25 caratsDecorated by pear-shaped and brilliant-cut diamonds, altogether approximately 41.80 carats18 karat white gold<em>Convertible to tiara</em>(Conch pearls, based on random testing)
<em>GIA report, natural saltwater pearls, no indications of treatment.</em>
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Catalogue Essay
Tiaras were exclusively made for royals and women from noble families in the past, but it gradually transformed into a hair accessory for evening occasions and is worn by socialites and commoners. In recent years, it has become a popular form of bridal jewellery. At Phillips Hong Kong inaugural sale, an antique necklace which was also a tiara was sold for five times its low estimate. Indeed, many antique tiaras are convertible to necklaces, allowing the lady to adapt its versatile design depending on the time and type of events they are attending. This demi-parure is designed with the very same concept.