An important 18 karat gold, emerald and diamond necklace, Cartier, London. Photo Sotheby's. 

The fringe necklace of Indian inspiration, set with 30 oval, cushion, emerald and step-cut emeralds weighing approximately 105.00 carats, accented by round, old European, old mine-cut and pear-shaped diamonds weighing approximately 46.50 carats, internal circumference 13 inches, signed Cartier, London; special order, 1947. With signed and fitted box. Estimate:  $600,000 – $800,000

Accompanied by AGL report no. CS 40640 stating that the emeralds are of Colombian origin, clarity enhancement: Insignificant to Faint, type: Canadian Balsam.

Sotheby's. Magnificent Jewels. New York | 11 Dec 2013, 10:00 AM - http://www.sothebys.com