Lot 504
  • 504

Sapphire and Diamond Necklace and Pair of Earclips

Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description

  • sapphire, diamond, gold
The graduated diamond-set necklace centering three oval-shaped sapphires, the clasp set with an additional sapphire, length 15½ inches; the earclips of similar design, centering oval-shaped sapphires framed by round diamonds. Fitted with posts.

Condition

In good condition, with light wear to the mounting. The posts on the earclips are bent upwards to accommodate the position of the clip backs. Necklace stamped 18K for 18 karat gold. All pieces mounted in yellow gold. The sapphires in the necklace, estimated to weigh a total of approximately 8.90 carats, are a medium blue color, slightly to moderately included. The sapphires in the earclips, estimated to weigh a total of approximately 7.80 carats, are a medium deep blue color, slightly included. The diamonds, estimated to weigh a total of approximately 20.00 carats, are approximately G-H color, predominantly VS clarity. The earclips fitted with posts for wear on pierced ears. Gross weight of necklace approximately 37 dwts, earclips approximately 9 dwts.
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