Ruby, emerald and diamond necklace

Set with a fringe of cabochon rubies and flat-cut diamonds, suspending polished emerald and ruby beads, the central foliate plaque set with a cabochon ruby and facetted rubies, emeralds and diamonds, on a modern cordette, length adjustable, maximum length approximately 740mm.

Rubies of Burmese origin cannot be imported into the US. This piece contains rubies of Burmese origin and therefore cannot be imported into the US. Please contact the jewellery department for further information or see our Important Notices. Accompanied by a GGTL report, no 14-B-3032, stating the physical and chemical characteristics of some of the observed rubies are similar to those found in rubies from Myanmar, formerly Burma. Coloured stones well matched, with typical crystal inclusions, some surface reaching, few scratches and nicks. Diamonds bright and lively. Hook clasp. Signs of normal wear to the metal, scratches consistent with use. Gross weight approximately 185 grams.
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