Pair of sapphire and diamond pendent earrings, late 19th century composite

Each suspending three oval sapphires, framed with circular-cut and cushion-shaped diamonds, hook and hinged back fittings.

Accompanied by SSEF report no. 82176, stating that four sapphires, are of Burmese origin and two are of Ceylon origin, with no indications of heating; together with six Gübelin reports, stating that the sapphires are of Burmese origin, with no indications of heating. According to the Gübelin report the sapphires measure and weigh: 10.44 x 9.47 x 5.93 mm of 5.15 carats 11.82 x 10.43 x 5.94 mm of 6.17 carats 10.87 x 9.84 x 7.71 mm of 7.46 carats 11.92 x 9.83 x 6.44 mm of 7.48 carats 13.92 x 12.78 x 5.94 mm of 8.70 carats 13.89 x 12.78 x 7.63 mm of 12.04 carats Stamped 750 for 18 carat gold and 800 for silver. Sapphires of medium to medium strong saturation with typical crystal inclusions, some small nicks and abrasions; for further information please refer to the reports. Diamonds estimated to weigh a total of approximately 18.00 - 20.00 carats, on average H-I colour and VS-SI clarity, as gauged and graded in the mounting. Signs of normal wear to the metal, scratches consistent with use. In good condition. Total gross weight approximately 29 grams.
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