Thursday 14 January 2016 | 11:00 | Lots: 431

Thursday 14 January 2016 | 11:00 | Lots: 431

Lot 74

Lot 74

A diamond and gem-set dragonfly necklace. The aquamarine tail and opal body, to the...

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Lot 74

Lot Description

A diamond and gem-set dragonfly necklace. The aquamarine tail and opal body, to the brilliant-cut diamond and circular-shape sapphire collet wings, with brilliant-cut diamond leg and circular-shape ruby eye detail, suspended from a trace-link chain. Estimated total diamond weight 2.50cts. Length 48cms. Italian marks near the clasp. Weight 14.6gms.

Export issue: Yes

Postage: Auction Default

Weight: No

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<li> Overall condition good. Minor surface scratches/wear in keeping with general age and wear.

<li> Aquamarine light blue, well saturated, with good clarity and some typical inclusions.<p>

<li> Sapphires medium blue, fairly well saturated, with good clarity and some typical inclusions.<p>

<li> Opal white, with fair play of colour, showing a patch of mostly green and a patch of mostly orangey-red play of colour. <p>

<li> Rubies bright red, well saturated, with good clarity and typical inclusions.<p>

<li> Diamonds well matched.

<li> Diamonds bright.<p>

<li> Small light and dark inclusions can be seen easily under magnification. <p>

<li> Individual size and setting of diamonds prevents accurate colour and clarity assessment.<p>

<li> Stones in good condition with minor abrasions.<p>

<li> Stamped 750. <p>

<li> Please see the Important Notices for Purchasers for coloured gemstones.<p>

<li> The US prohibits the importation of items containing rubies or jadeite originating in Burma. For your convenience we have applied this notice to lots which contain rubies or jadeite originating in Burma, or those of indeterminate origin. Please be advised that inability of a purchaser to import any such item into the US or  elsewhere will not constitute grounds for non-payment or cancellation of the sale.<p>

<li> Condition reports are offered as a guide only and we highly recommend inspecting any lot to satisfy yourself as to its condition.<p>

<li> For any further questions you may have on this lot, please do not hesitate to contact Natalie Craddock at natalie@fellows.co.uk<p>

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