Very attractive morganite and diamond pendant, JAR, 1984

Of triangular design, set with a shield-shaped portrait-cut diamond topping a foliate motif engraved morganite, tied with stylised ribbons set with brilliant-cut diamonds, to a fine chain, mounted in white gold and platinum, maker's mark, signed JAR.

Cf: Joel Rosenthal, JAR Paris, Avon & Windrush, London 2002, number 125, for an illustration of this pendant.

Pendant signed JAR and stamped with maker's mark. Chain stamped 585 for gold. Morganite of good saturation with a few very minor scratches. Diamonds bright and lively, central diamond of slight yellowish tint. Pendant approximately 35 mm high, chain approximately 405 mm long. Clasp secure. Signs of normal wear to the metal. In good condition.
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This pendant was exhibited at the "Jewels of JAR Paris" retrospective  held at the Gilbert Collection in London, November 2nd 2002 – January 26th 2003.