Emerald, cultured pearl and diamond necklace

Set with a pear-shaped emerald within a surround of brilliant-cut diamonds, the surmount set with marquise-shaped diamonds, to a necklace composed of two strands of cultured pearls, length approximately 380mm, French import assay mark.

Stamped with French import mark for 18 carat gold to tongue. Emerald measures approximately 19.3 x 15.7 x 8.1mm, calculated to weigh approximately 12.24 carats. Mid green, transparent, with typical inclusions visible to the naked eye and some chips to facet edges. Diamonds bright and lively, estimated total diamond weight approximately 2.00-3.00 carats, estimated colour H-I, estimated clarity VS2, as graded within the limitations of the mount. Cultured pearls of cream body colour and rose overtones, some with pits. Clasp closes securely with a safety catch, light scratches to metal consistent with wear, gross weight approximately 24.2 grams. In good condition.
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