TWO NECKLACES (2)

TWO NECKLACES 1st: Multi-strand necklace Carved birds, including coral corallium rubrum, mother-of-pearl and amazonite Length 72.9cm 2nd: Faience necklace Glazed discs possibly Ancient Egyptian (New Kingdom), later spacers with ropetwist detail, concealed spiga-link chain Length 37.0cm Total weight approx. 128.0g (2) Footnotes: OVERALL CONDITION 1st: Heavy discolouration to clasp, testing as silver. Clasp misshapen. Light wear and minor chips visible upon close inspection. 2nd: Discs with mottled appearance, some with chips. Unhallmarked yellow metal (clasp testing as 17ct gold). This condition report is provided for your convenience based on the opinion of our gemmologists. Bonhams is not responsible for any discrepancies between this information and other opinions. Please note this lot will be subject to US Fish and Wildlife inspection if imported into the USA. From a Private Single-Owner Collection This lot forms part of a collection of 20th century artist jewels that were collected over many decades by an American interior designer, who was a contemporary of Elsa Peretti. The collection reflects the owner's eye for tactile forms and distinctive, timeless design. The largest part of the collection that features iconic pieces by Elsa Peretti and Paloma Picasso for Tiffany will be presented in our Knightsbridge Jewels sale on 2nd May. This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: Y Y Subject to CITES regulations when exporting items outside of the UK, see clause 13. For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com For further information about this lot please visit the lot listing