SUITE OF GOLD AND CORAL JEWELRY, HENRY DUNAY

Comprising: a necklace designed as a gold tassel suspended from a round coral bead topped by a brushed gold ring, on a woven gold chain, internal circumference 19 inches, numbered D2204; a bracelet composed of ovoid-shaped coral beads, interspersed with polished gold beads, length 7¾ inches, numbered D7623; and a pair of earclips composed of two coral cabochons within brushed gold pear-shaped frames, accented by two round diamonds, numbered 1261, signed Dunay, with maker's marks.

In very good condition, with little wear to the mountings. Each piece inscribed 18K for 18 karat gold. The dimension of the coral bead on the necklace approximately 20.7 mm. The coral beads on the bracelet measuring approximately 10.2 to 8.8 mm. The coral cabochons on the earclips each measuring approximately 14.0 x 5.5 mm. The coral is medium to medium light reddish orange, some beads with white mottling, the necklace bead with some small pit holes. The two diamonds on the earclips weighing a total of approximately 0.28 carats are approximately F-G color, VS clarity. Earclips fitted with posts for wear on pierced ears. Overall pendant length approximately 4 inches. Necklace and bracelet fitted with lobster clasps. Total gross weight approximately 78 dwts. Please note this property cannot be shipped internationally due to endangered species materials.
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Please note this property cannot be shipped internationally due to endangered species materials.