SAPPHIRE AND DIAMOND NECKLACE, 1930S

Of geometric design set throughout with circular-cut diamonds accented with baguette diamonds, the front set with oval and circular-cut sapphires, length 385mm, retailed by Jacques Timey.

Accompanied by GRS report no. 79200-96, stating that the oval and round sapphires, measuring from approximately 6.1 x 5.6 x 2.8mm to 9.1 x 8.4 x 5.5mm, weighing a total of approximately 27.6 carats, are of Burmese origin, with no indications of heating. Maker's mark for Jacques Timey, stamped Pt 950 for platinum. Some sapphires with surface reaching inclusions and fissures. Diamonds estimated to weigh a total of approximately 33.00 - 36.00 carats, on average H-I colour, VS clarity, as gauged and graded in the mount. In good condition. Gross weight approximately 106 grams.
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Accompanied by a gemmological report.