Lot 321
A pair of 14ct gold tourmaline, diamond and cultured pearl earrings. Each designed as an oval...
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Lot 321
A pair of 14ct gold tourmaline, diamond and cultured pearl earrings. Each designed as an oval...
Lot 321
Lot Description
A pair of 14ct gold tourmaline, diamond and cultured pearl earrings. Each designed as an oval pink tourmaline cabochon within a bead surround, to the brilliant-cut diamond surmount, suspending a cultured pearl. Estimated total tourmaline weight 4.70cts. Hallmarks for Edinburgh, 2007. Length 2.7cms. Weight 17.6gms.
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Condition Report
Overall condition good. There are scratches to the earrings in keeping with minor wear. The pink tourmaline are well matched, there are easily visible internal fractures, some small fractures are surface reaching. Estimated total diamond weight 0.06ct, the diamonds are bright, individual size and/or setting prevents accurate colour/clarity assessment.
The cultured pearls are well matched and in good condition, they have a cream to white body colour, displaying pinks and greens. The back fittings are secure. Without the aid of laboratory equipment, it has not been possible to determine if these cultured pearls are from a fresh or saltwater source. Please see the Important Notices for Purchasers in our catalogue for coloured gemstones.
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