18 Karat Gold, Amethyst, Pearl and Diamond Pendant-Necklace, The Pendant by Jean Herz - Suzanne Belperron, Designed by Suzanne Belperron

The oval-shaped pendant-brooch set with numerous variously-shaped amethysts, accented by 42 seed pearls and 37 pearls, with round diamonds weighing approximately .65 carat, the detachable bail set with three additional pearls, with French assay and maker's mark for Darde et Companie; suspended from a necklace composed of amethyst and ametrine beads, length 28 inches, unsigned; 1970-1974.

In good condition. The pendant with lead solder to the reverse from the time of manufacture. The amethysts to the pendant range from medium-light to medium-deep purple, eye-clean to slightly included. The tumbled amethyst and ametrine beads range from medium-light to medium purple with varying degrees of light brownish orange; slightly to heavily included. The round amethyst beads are medium-deep purple and eye-clean to slightly included. The white, round to ovoid pearls present faint rose, blue and green overtones, light scratching, minute pitting and high luster. Please note the pearls have not been tested for natural origin. The diamonds are approximately G-H color, VS clarity. Maker's and assay marks to the pendant; no apparent marks to the pendant bail. The pendant is detachable and is fitted with a simple hook. Also fitted with a double pinstem mechanism not referenced in catalogue for wear as a brooch. The Certificate No. B39710312012 from Belperron stating that the pendant-brooch was manufactured in Paris between 1970 and 1974 by the company Jean Herz - Suzanne Belperron from a design by Suzanne Belperron.
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Accompanied by Certificate No. B39710312012 from Belperron stating that the pendant-brooch was manufactured in Paris between 1970 and 1974 by the company Jean Herz - Suzanne Belperron from a design by Suzanne Belperron.