Diamond necklace, Wilm

Designed as a line of baguette diamonds, suspending a fringe of brilliant-cut diamonds, inner circumference approximately 390mm, maker's mark for Wilm, a few diamonds deficient, pouch stamped H.J. Wilm.

Maker's mark for Wilm, Germany. Stamped PT and Pt 950 for platinum. Diamonds estimated to weigh a total of approximately 73.00 - 78.00 carats (including the largest round diamond estimated at approximately 3.65 carat), on average of G-H colour and VS-SI clarity, as gauged and graded in mounting, seven diamond baguettes deficient. Clasp secure, safety catch below. Signs of normal wear to the metal, scratches consistent with use, few small repair marks to the reverse. In good condition. Gross weight approximately 90 grams.
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