Important diamond necklace, Marchak

Designed as a series of articulated foliate and floral swags set with single- and circular-cut diamonds, highlighted with yellow gold rope work, length approximately 380mm, French assay marks, fitted case stamped Marchak, 4 rue de la Paix, Paris.

Stamped with French assay marks for platinum and gold. Diamonds estimated to weigh a total of approximately 42.00 - 48.00 carats, including the larger diamonds estimated to weigh between 1.30 and 4.80 carats, estimated colour G-J, estimated clarity VS-SI, all stones as gauged and graded in mount. Gold rope work a later addition. Clasp secure, safety catch below. Normal signs of wear to the metal, scratches consistent with age and use. In good condition.
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