Lot 188
  • 188

EMERALD AND DIAMOND PENDANT, CIRCA 1905

Estimate
7,000 - 9,000 GBP
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Description

The pendant designed as a central cabochon emerald within a surround of fruiting vines decorated to the front and back with millegrain-set circular- and rose-cut diamonds to a floral connecting link set with rose-cut stones, length approximately 380mm, fitted case Koch, Frankfurt A/M. B.Baden.

Condition

Emerald a medium very slightly yellowish green, a few small cavities, some surface reaching, typical inclusions visible to the naked eye. Weight approximately 31.2 grams. Diameter of emerald approximately 20.6mm, depth approximately 12.9 mm. Diamonds bright and lively. Secure clasp - safety chain. Small darker wire ( maybe added later for extra support near centre of fruiting spray) In good condition.
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