PEARL, CULTURED PEARL, SPINEL AND DIAMOND NECKLACE

Designed as three graduated rows of pearls and cultured pearls, to a circular clasp centring on a cushion-shaped spinel within surrounds of circular-cut diamonds, Late 19th Century, length approximately 670mm.

Verbal from GemA on one row stating that there is a mixture of pearls and cultured pearls. Would benefit from re string, with mixed body colours and lustres. Diamond plaque composite jewel, with mixed colours and clarities, I-K and Si on average. Spinel heavily abraded to facet edges, with orangy red hue. In overall good condition but would benefit from professional clean.
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