10 Dec 2012
13:00 PST
Los Angeles
Natural History-Unmounted Gemstones, Jewelry, Pearls
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Natural History-Unmounted Gemstones, Jewelry, Pearls
Back to auction 20082
Non-nacreous Pearl--An Unusual Conch Pearl
Strombus gigas or "Queen Conch"
Caribbean Sea
Conch pearls can be found in a variety of hues including the pastel melon color seen in this large non-nacreous pearl. Minute graining can be seen on its surface.
Weighing approximately 13.7 carats and measuring 13.0 x 12.0 x 11.0mm
Caribbean Sea
Conch pearls can be found in a variety of hues including the pastel melon color seen in this large non-nacreous pearl. Minute graining can be seen on its surface.
Weighing approximately 13.7 carats and measuring 13.0 x 12.0 x 11.0mm
Estimate:
US$ 3,500 - 4,500
£2,300 - 3,000
€2,700 - 3,500
£2,300 - 3,000
€2,700 - 3,500
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- Potential bidders outside of the United States who intend to import this lot are advised that permits will be required. If you are interested in this lot, please contact the Natural History department before bidding.
Category: Natural History
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