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Ruby, natural pearl and diamond necklace, late 19th century
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.
Estimate
CHF72,000 - 110,000
€74,500-114,000
$80,000-120,000
Sold for CHF76,200