Sapphire and diamond parure, M. Gérard

Comprising: a necklace centring on a flower head motif set with oval sapphires and brilliant-cut diamonds, to a diamond set collar, length approximately 410mm; a bracelet, length approximately 160mm; a pair of earrings, clip and post fittings, and a ring, size 53, all mounted in yellow gold, signed M. Gérard and numbered, French assay and maker's marks, one small diamond deficient.

Stamped with French assay marks and 18K for gold. Each piece signed M. Gerard, ring numbered 3643, ear clips 3642, bracelet 3641, necklace 3640. Sapphires well matched in colour, for the most part clean to the eye, typical crystal inclusions only visible with the aid of a 10x lens. Total diamond weight estimated to be approximately 50.00 carats, G-H colour, VS-SI clarity. Signs of normal wear to the metal, scratches consistent with use, minor tarnish. In good condition.
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