Spectacular ruby and diamond parure, Asprey

Comprising: a necklace composed of a graduated line of brilliant-cut diamonds supporting at the front a fringe of oval and cushion-shaped rubies set within oval, pear-shaped and brilliant-cut diamond surrounds, the five largest pear-shaped diamonds weighing 2.47, 3.01, 3.01, 3.45 and 3.58 carats respectively, the seven largest oval diamonds weighing 2.01, 2.03, 2.04, 2.07, 2.07, 2.22 and 2.60 carats respectively, accompanied by a pair of pendent earrings and a ring en suite, mounted in platinum and yellow gold,

French assay marks for platinum and gold. When this suite was originally purchased it was accompanied by 46GIA reports stating that 46 of the diamonds range in weight from 1.00 to 3.58 cts, from D to E colour and from Internally Flawless to VS2 clarity. These certificates are unfortunately no longer available but the colour and clarity mentioned appear, in our opinion, to correspond to the diamonds in the necklace. Total diamond weight for the suite approximately 180.00-200.00 cts, for the remaining smaller stones of an average E-G colour and VS clarity, bright and lively well-cut diamonds, as partly gauged and graded in the mount. Rubies all of deep red hue with rich colour saturation and typical crystal inclusions, hardly visible to the unaided eye. Attractive stones, well matched in colour. For further details on the rubies please refer to the SSEF reports. The ear pendants with strong clips, no posts. Overall some usual signs of wear, in good condition. Very impressive and well made suite.
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