Accompanied by report no. 14131 from the Gem and Pearl Laboratory, stating that the pearls are natural, saltwater.French assay mark for 18 carat gold on jump ring of clasp. Clasp with maker's mark AS with ram's head, possibly for Sonntag. Pearl pendant measuring approximately 13.9 x 11.8 x 10.2mm, grey body colour with rose and green overtones, irregular oval shape, slightly flattened to reverse, light pitting, light scratches and unevenness to surface and small areas of very light crazing. Seed pearls white body colour with white, rose and green overtones. Diamonds bright and lively, estimated to be H-I colour, SI - I clarity on average, as graded in the white mount, estimated total diamond weight approximately 0.15 - 0.25 carats. Light scratches to metal and pearl surfaces consistent with wear. In good condition.
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