Emerald and diamond pendant, 19th century

Set with a step-cut emerald weighing 9.24 carats, within a frame of cushion-shaped diamonds, suspending a detachable briolette emerald drop, brooch fitting deficient.

Please note that Sotheby's is not responsible for the accuracy of any estimated weights provided by gemmological certificates. Accompanied by SSEF report no. 77072, stating that the step-cut emerald weighing approximately 8.8 carats, measuring approximately 20.40 x 10.80 x 5.35mm, is of Colombian origin, with a minor amount of oil in fissures; and by SSEF report no. 77071, stating that the drop-shaped fancy-cut emerald weighing approximately 18 carats and measuring approximately 12.15 x 12.40 x 20.00mm, is of Colombian origin, with a moderate amount of oil in fissures. Emeralds green of medium strong saturation; the step-cut emerald weighing 9.24 carats, with good transparency, some typical inclusions, a few surface reaching, minor chips, nicks and abrasions; the briolette emerald with typical inclusions, some surface reaching, and abrasions; for further details on the emeralds, please refer to the SSEF reports. Diamonds estimated to weigh a total of approximately 2.00 carats, on average K - L colour, VS - SI clarity, as gauged and graded in mounting. Brooch fitting deficient. Total gross weight approximately 12 grams.
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