Lot 294. Diamond necklace, Suzanne Belperron, circa 1940. Estimate 145,000 — 240,000 CHF (132,518 - 219,340 EUR). Photo Sotheby's. 

Of bib design, set with circular-cut diamonds highlighted with a graduated line of baguette diamonds, the sides accented with oval loops set with baguette diamonds, the back pavé-set with circular-cut stones, inner circumference approximately 360mm, French assay and partial maker's marks.

Accompanied by a certificate from Olivier Baroin. 

Literature: Cf.: Olivier Baroin and Sylvie Raulet, Suzanne Belperron, Lausanne, 2011, pg. 207 for an illustration of a similar necklace. 

Note: This is undoubtedly one of the most important necklaces by Belperron and will be of great interest to all collectors of her work.

Sotheby's, Magnificent Jewels and Noble Jewels, Geneva, 17 May 2016, 10:00 AM