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    • Twenty-six conch pearls, totalling 40.12 carats, measuring approximately 8.78 x 7.29 x 6.15mm to 5.50 x 4.55 x 4.23mm
      Three hundred and fifteen natural pearls, diameter approximately 5.35 to 2.60mm

    • Diamonds and diamond beads, together 20.05 carats

    • 18 karat white gold

    • Centre piece detachable, with separate pin fitting

    • Maximum length approximately 175mm

    (Conch Pearl and Pearls) SSEF report, numbered 88344, dated 24 October 2016, natural saltwater pearls and natural conch pearls, no indications of artificial colour modification.

    附 SSEF 證書

  • Catalogue Essay

    Conch pearls are natural, non-nacreous pearls which have a surface that is often compared to porcelain. They are produced by the giant conch, a large sea snail most often found in the Indian and Pacific oceans. Conch pearls are rare, and the most sought varieties are those of pink and orange hues. Further, those with a distinct sheen and patterned appearance known as `flame' are considered the most valuable. The present lot is comprised of a combination of rare natural conch and natural nacreous pearls. Many of the conch display the coveted flame appearance and range in colour from an intense purplish-pink to pink. In design, versatility and content, this bracelet is a highly unique piece.

651

A Conch Pearl, Natural Pearl and Diamond Bracelet

Maximum length approximately 175mm

Estimate
HK$900,000 - 1,100,000 
$115,000-140,000

Contact Specialist
Terry Chu
Head of Jewellery, Asia, Senior Director
+852 2318 2038

Jewellery and Jadeite

Hong Kong Auction 28 November 2016