Natural and cultured pearl and diamond necklace, Early 20th century

Of foliate and scroll design decorated with graduated natural and cultured pearls, and set with circular- and single-cut diamonds, two diamonds deficient, the back may be detached and worn as a bracelet, length of necklace approximately 400mm, bracelet 180mm,  French assay marks.

The largest pearl shows signs of damage and is cultured. Three random pearls were unset and tested by the SSEF, these measured approximately 5.90 x 6.15 x 5.35mm, 5.65 x 6.40 x 4.30mm, and 5.85 x 6.40 x 3.65mm. They ranged from slightly cream to cream in body colour and were all found to be natural, saltwater. French assay marks for 18 carat gold. The pearls of silvery white, to cream and light yellow body colour, some with green and rosé overtones, overall with good skin, a few with blemishes or growth marks. Diamonds estimated to weight a total of approximately 6.00-7.50 carats, of mixed colours and clarities, the majority H-J colour, VS-SI clarity, as gauged and graded in mount, with abrasion consistent with age. Two small diamonds deficient. Clasps secure. Signs of normal wear to the metal, some signs of repair to the reverse, scratches consistent with age and use. In good condition.
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