CHAUMET [尚美] | FINE RUBY AND DIAMOND NECKLACE, CIRCA 1905 [紅寶石配鑽石項鏈，約1905年]

Accompanied by SSEF report no. 86169, stating that fifteen rubies are of Burmese origin, with no indications of heating; and SSEF report no. 86287, stating that one ruby weighing 1.04 carats is of Burmese origin, with indications of heating and minor residue in fissures.

Unsigned. Clasp stamped with French assay marks for 18 carat gold and maker's mark JC with crescent moon and star for Chaumet, additionally stamped MD. Largest and smallest rubies measuring approximately 5.70 x 4.66 x 2.53mm to 10.99 x 8.18 x 4.60mm. Estimated total diamond weight approximately 22.00 - 25.00 carats, estimated to be approximately H-I colour on average, varying clarity grades. Largest cluster (centre) approximately 17 x 20mm including diamonds and settings. Rubies with surface-reaching fissures, some with resulting cavities, some areas of minor wear to facet edges. Links well-articulated, clasp in good working order. Gross weight approximately 44.8 grams.

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