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Ruby, natural pearl and diamond necklace, late 19th century

Estimate
CHF72,000 - 110,000
€74,500 - 114,000
$80,000 - 120,000
CHF76,200
Lot Details
Of openwork design, the pendant set with an oval ruby weighing 4.12 carats, accented with circular-cut diamonds and a button-shaped natural pearl measuring approximately 6.50-6.85 x 6.70mm, suspending a drop-shaped natural pearl measuring approximately 8.95-9.40 x 14.90mm, the chain with spectacle-set circular-cut diamonds, length measuring approximately 380mm, pendant length approximately 105mm, a few small diamonds deficient.

Accompanied by SSEF report no. 132638, stating that the ruby is of Burmese origin, with no indications of heating, and the two pearls are natural, saltwater.