Collection of gem-set and diamond jewellery

Comprising: a necklace designed as a torsade of eight strands of cultured pearls, the hook clasp set with brilliant-cut diamonds, mounted in yellow gold, length approximately 415mm; a pair of ear clips, each set with a cabochon sapphire within an octagonal yellow gold frame, mounted in yellow gold and platinum, signed Bulgari N.Y. and a brooch set with circular- and single-cut diamonds and circular-cut rubies, mounted in yellow gold and platinum, French assay marks.

Pearl necklace: stamped 750 for gold. Cultured pearls well matched, with light rosé overtones, minor blemishes and good lustre. Diamonds bright and lively. Secure clasp. In good condition. Pair of earclips: stamped 750 for gold and Pt 950 for platinum, signed BVLGARI, N.Y. Cabochon sapphires gauged to measure approximately 12.30 x 8.20 x 6.90mm and 11.70 x 8.60 x 8.20mm respectively, estimated to weigh approximately 6.90 and 8.70 carats respectively, medium colour saturation, with typical crystal inclusions (some reaching surface). Normal signs of wear to the metal. In good condition. Brooch: stamped 750 for gold and Pt 950 for platinum, as well as French assay marks. Diamonds estimated to weigh approximately 2.00 carats in total, G-I colour, VS clarity. Rubies well matched, with typical crystal inclusions. Minor signs of wear to the metal. In good condition.
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