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Lot 61
  • 61

Sapphire and diamond necklace/brooch, circa 1900

Estimate
7,000 - 10,000 GBP
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Description

  • diamond, sapphire
Composed of open work acuminated links suspending a detachable scalloped pendant, millegrain-set with lines of calibré-cut sapphires, circular-cut and rose diamonds, to a fine link chain accented with seed pearls, length approximately 370mm, accompanied by additional chain necklace, length approximately 425mm, and brooch fitting, fitted case.

Condition

Seed pearls white. Sapphires medium to dark blue, some inclusions visible under magnification. Estimated total diamond weight approximately 8.00 - 10.00 carats, estimated colour and clarity H-I and Si on average, some stones J-K and I/included. Scalloped pendant can be worn as a brooch. Some tarnish to metal consistent with age. In good condition.
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