Potential bidders who intend to export this lot are advised that certain permits may be required for export. If you are interested in this lot, please contact the Jewellery Department before bidding. Accompanied by SSEF report no. 106264, dated 3 April 2019, stating that the conch pearl is natural, with no indications of artificial colour modification. For further details, please refer to the report. Mount and backing signed ANNA HU, and stamped Au750 referring to 18 karat white and pink gold. Conch pearls measuring approximately 8.64 - 10.61 x 14.43mm and 8.80 - 10.16 x 14.47mm, of ovoid-shaped, light pink bodycolour, with good and very good flame pattern, one with orangy tint and the other with cream tint on each end, one with a few fine line scratches but not visible when worn. Sapphires estimated to weigh approximately 6.00 - 6.80 carats in total, are of medium blue colour and medium strong saturation, under 10x magnification, some are loupe-clean and some with minor inclusions, a few minor abrasions. Diamonds estimated to weigh approximately 13.50 - 14.00 carats in total, baguette diamonds are about E - F colour, VVS - VS clarity as gauged and graded in the mount. Metal in near mint condition, overall in excellent condition.
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