Gem set and diamond parure, circa 1850 and later

From a Private Collection

Gem set and diamond parure, circa 1850 and later

Comprising: necklace set with step-cut emeralds, baroque and slightly baroque drop- and button-shaped natural pearls, accented by cushion-shaped and rose diamonds, decorated with red and blue enamel, the detachable central pendant of matching design further set with a cabochon emerald, length approximately 340mm, Belgian assay marks for gold, one pearl deficient; a pair of ear clips; and a ring, size 53^1/2.

Accompanied by SSEF report no. 132644, stating that the tested pearl weighing 3.97 carats was found to be natural, saltwater.