18 karat gold, sapphire, diamond and cultured pearl bracelet. Photo courtesy Sotheby's.

The multi-strand bracelet composed of 170 cultured pearls measuring approximately 7.9 to 3.8 mm, the clasp of basketweave design set with two marquise-shaped diamonds weighing approximately .90 carat and round diamonds weighing approximately 1.25 carats, further set with round and calibré-cut sapphires, length 8½ inches, with French assay and maker's mark. Estimation 7,000 — 9,000 USD

PROPERTY FROM THE HOUDRY FAMILY COLLECTION, FRANCE

This bracelet bears a maker's mark for Davière, one of René Boivin's most well-known workshops.

Sotheby's. Magnificent Jewels. New York | 11 Dec 2013 - www.sothebys.com