Gem set, mother-of-pearl and diamond demi-parure, 1970s

Comprising: a brooch designed as a butterfly set with mother-of-pearl, oval rubies and sapphires, brilliant- and single-cut diamonds; and a pair of ear clips set with oval and circular-cut rubies, oval sapphires, brilliant- and single-cut diamonds.

Rubies of Burmese origin cannot be imported into the US; this piece may contain a ruby of Burmese origin and therefore may not be able to be imported into the US. Certification of non-Burmese origin is required before the import of rubies into the US. Please see our Important Notices and contact the jewellery department for further information. Mother-of-pearl with medium lustre, rose and green overtones, some light scratching, some hairline cracks visible to the back of some. Rubies of dark reddish purple, sapphires dark blue, transparent, light abrasions consistent with wear. Estimated total diamond weight approximately 4.00-6.00 carats, estimated colour H-J, estimated clarity VVS-VS on average. Secure clasp and clips. Scratches to metal consistent with wear. In good condition.
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