Emerald and diamond demi-parure, David Morris

Comprising: a necklace composed of marquise-shaped and brilliant-cut diamond motifs, the front accented with step-cut emeralds, length approximately 430mm, signed David Morris; and a pair of ear clips, signed DM.

Accompanied by seven reports by The Precious Stone Laboratory, London, dated 9 August 2007: No. 984049, weighing 3.16 carats, measuring 9.48 x 9.43 x 5.64 mm, is of Colombian origin, with moderate clarity enhancement. No. 984051, weighing 2.05 carats, measuring 8.10 x 7.87 x 5.02 mm, is of Colombian origin, with moderate clarity enhancement. No. 984050, weighing 1.87 carats, measuring 7.48 x 7.18 x 5.68 mm, is of Colombian origin, with minor clarity enhancement. No. 984052, weighing 1.81 carats, measuring 7.97 x 7.62 x 4.58 mm, is of Colombian origin, with minor clarity enhancement. No. 984053, weighing 1.60 carats, measuring 8.33 x 7.30 x 4.92 mm, is of Colombian origin, with minor clarity enhancement. No. 984054, weighing 1.31 carats, measuring 6.90 x 6.87 x 4.64 mm, is of Colombian origin, with minor clarity enhancement. No. 984055, weighing 1.22 carats, measuring 7.04 x 6.81 x 4.02 mm, is of Colombian origin, with minor clarity enhancement. Necklace signed David Morris on clasp, ear clips signed DM. All pieces stamped 750 for 18 carat gold. Emeralds very well matched in colour, of medium strong saturation, good transparency with few inclusions, few nicks, scratches and abrasions. Diamonds estimated to weigh a total of approximately 35.00 - 40.00 carats, on average G-H colour and VS-SI clarity, as gauged and graded in the mounting. Clasp secure. Signs of normal wear to the metal, scratches consistent with use. In good condition. Total gross weight approximately 72 grams.
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