Freshwater pearl and diamond 'Hindu' tassel bracelet, René Boivin, circa 1950

The torsade composed of eight strands of freshwater pearls, completed by stylized ropetwist gold terminals set with small round diamonds weighing approximately 1.70 carats, suspending a tassel composed of 9 freshwater pearl fringes, mounted in 18 karat gold, length 8 inches, maker's marks, French assay marks. Est. 10,000—15,000 USD. Lot sold 12,500 USD

NOTE: A similar bracelet is illustrated by Françoise Cailles, René Boivin Jeweller, p. 195.

Sotheby's. Magnificent Jewels. 23 Apr 09. New York www.sothebys.com Photo courtesy Sotheby's