Sapphire and Diamond Parure

Comprising: a necklace composed of eighteen cabochon sapphires alternating with clusters of variously-shaped diamonds; and pair of earrings and bracelet, the sapphires and diamonds weighing approximately 180.00 and 30.00 carats in total respectively, mounted in 18 karat white gold, necklace and bracelet length approximately 385mm and 160mm respectively.   (3)

Accompanied by two SSEF reports numbered 75191 and 75192, stating that thirty-one sapphires are natural, of Burmese (Myanmar) origin, with no indications of heating. Please refer to the reports for further details. Stamped 750 for 18 karat white gold. Sapphires blue of medium to medium strong saturation, with typical inclusions and some are surface reaching, chips, nicks and some sapphires with minor cavities. The diamonds are about H-I colour (some J-K), VS-SI clarity, as gauged ad graded in the mounting. No evidence of wear to the metal, in like-new condition.
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Accompanied by two SSEF reports numbered 75191 and 75192, both dated 25 June 2014, stating that all sapphires are natural, of Burmese (Myanmar) origin, with no indications of heating.