FANCY LIGHT YELLOW DIAMOND AND DIAMOND BANGLE, LATE 19TH CENTURY

Set  to the centre with a cushion-shaped Fancy Light Yellow diamond weighing 5.84 carats, within a border of circular-cut diamonds, applied to a diamond set hinged bangle, inner circumference approximately 170mm, case by J.W. Benson Ltd, 25 Old Bond Street, London.

Accompanied by a report from The Gem Testing Laboratory of Great Britain, no. 0016763, stating that the diamond weighing 5.84 carats is Fancy Light Yellow, natural colour and SI1 clarity. Remaining diamonds estimated to weigh approximately 3.8 - 4.0 carats, estimated colour G-I, estimated clarity SI-I. Secure closing mechanism, safety chain. Some small areas of tarnish to bracelet, could benefit from a professional clean. Slight scratches and indentations to bangle consistent with age and wear. In very good condition.
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Accompanied by a report from The Gem Testing Laboratory of Great Britain, no. 0016763, stating that the diamond weighing 5.84 carats is Fancy Light Yellow, natural colour and SI1 clarity.