Seed pearl and diamond sautoir, circa 1910

Designed as two twisted ropes of seed pearls, suspending a seed pearl tassel from each end, the surmounts accented with rose diamonds, length approximately 1100mm, a few diamonds and a number of seed pearls deficient.

Accompanied by Anchorcert report no. 20017728, stating that the pearl measuring approximately 7.23 - 7.25 x 7.7mm was found to be natural, saltwater, the pearl measuring 6.73 - 6.74 x 7.7mm was found to be cultured. A few diamonds deficient. Diamonds bright and lively. A couple of the tassel strands frayed and missing seed pearls. Seed pearls of cream colour, light grey overtones, medium lustre. Scratches to metal consistent with age and wear.
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Accompanied by Anchorcert report no. 20017728, stating that the pearl measuring approximately 7.23 - 7.25 x 7.7mm was found to be natural, saltwater.