Attractive natural pearl and diamond collier de chien, René Boivin

Composed of four strands of natural pearls, lightly graduated from 5.30 to 8.15mm, the central plaque designed as two perpendicular rows of pearls flanked with cushion-shaped and circular-cut diamonds, the clasp set with four drilled pearls framed with a pavé of rose diamonds, French assay and maker's marks.

Jewels from the Collection of Odile de Richelieu, Countess Gabriel de La Rochefoucauld, Princess de La Rochefoucauld (1879-1974). This necklace was given to Odile by her mother-in-law, the Countess Aimery de la Rochefoucauld, née Henriette de Mailly Nesle (1852-1913).

Stamped with maker's mark for René Boivin. French assay marks for platinum and gold. According to the SSEF report, the 181 pearls on the four strands were found to be natural, saltwater, the roundish, oval, button- and barrel-shaped pearls ranging from 5.30 to 8.15 mm are white to light cream, partly with rosé and green overtones, with overall good skin and lustre, some with minor blemishes, for further information on the pearls, please refer to the SSEF report. Due to the setting, the pearls on the central plaque and clasp have not been tested. Diamonds estimated to weigh a total of approximately 2.50 - 3.50 carats, on average G-J colour, of mixed clarities. Signs of wear and tarnish to the metal consistent with age and use. Clasp secure, safety chain. In good condition. Gross weight approximately 104 grams.
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