Diamond necklace and brooch, Vacheron Constantin, 1960s

The necklace composed of woven mesh linking, the leaf motif at the front highlighted with brilliant-cut stones, inner circumference approximately 410mm, signed Vacheron & Constantin Genève, maker's, French import and export marks; and a brooch of similar design, maker's marks and British import marks.

Both stamped 750, French and British import marks for 18 carat gold and platinum. Necklace signed Vacheron and Constantin, Geneve. Both stamped with maker's marks. Estimated total diamond weight approximately 4.00 - 4.50 carats, estimated colour H-J, one stone of slightly brown tint, estimated clarity VS - SI. Necklace well articulated. Sliding safety catch to brooch secure. Does not sit flat when open, sits flat when worn. Scratches to mount consistent with age and wear. In very good condition.
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