Coloured sapphire, ruby and diamond demi-parure, Adler

Comprising a necklace designed as a graduated series of flowers set with circular-cut and variously coloured oval sapphires, rubies and brilliant-cut diamonds, inner circumference approximately 425mm; a bracelet of similar design, length approximately 185mm; and a pair of matching earrings, post and clip fittings, all mounted in gold, necklace and bracelet signed Adler, earrings with British import and maker's marks, case.

Rubies of Burmese origin cannot be imported into the US. This piece may contain rubies of Burmese origin and therefore may not be able to be imported into the US. Certification of non-Burmese origin will be required before import of rubies into the US. Please see our Important Notices and contact the jewellery department for further information. Stamped with British import marks for London, 1987. Maker's marks for Adler, necklace and bracelet signed Adler. Coloured sapphires in various different shades of yellow, orange, green, pink and purple. Sapphires and rubies ranging from light to strong hues. All with typical inclusions visible to naked eye and under magnification. Estimated total diamond weight approximately 52.00 - 57.00 carats, estimated colour G/H, estimated clarity VS/SI. Well articulated. Safety catch to necklace and bracelet clasps. Very slight scratches to mount, minor discolouration to the metal but not apparent when worn. In good condition.
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