Emerald and diamond necklace, circa 1910 and later

The front of garland design, millegrain-set with a cabochon emerald, cushion-shaped, circular-, single-cut and rose diamonds, suspended from a line of collet-set circular-cut diamonds, length approximately 430mm, central part detachable.

Separates into three segments, central motif detachable. Emerald measuring approximately 10.91 x 9.19 x 4.45mm and calculated to weigh approximately 3.20 carats, green of medium strong saturation, with good transparency, a few typical minor inclusions, some surface reaching. Diamonds estimated to weigh a total of approximately 35.00 - 40.00 carats, on average I-K colour (a few M), VS-I clarity, as gauged and graded in the mount. Clasp secure. Signs of normal wear to the metal consistent with use. In very good condition. Gross weight approximately 65 grams.
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