Emerald and diamond ring, Mellerio dits Meller

Set with a cushion-shaped emerald weighing 3.81 carats, the mount highlighted with graduated brilliant-cut diamonds, size 53, signed Mellerio, partial French maker's marks.

Accompanied by SSEF report no. 90832, stating that the cushion-shaped emerald weighing 3.81 carats and measuring 11.16 x 9.93 x 5.34mm, is of Colombian origin, with a minor amount of oil in fissures. Signed MELLERIO, partial French maker's marks. Emerald green of medium strong saturation, with good transparency, some typical inclusions, a few surface reaching, with small abrasions and scratches. For more information on the emerald, please refer to the SSEF report. Diamonds bright and lively. Signs of wear to the mount consistent with use. In very good condition. Gross weight approximately 8 grams.
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