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Vintage 16.78 Carat Ceylon Sapphire and 4.26 Carat Diamond Drop Earrings

$24,460.10
£17,950
€21,155.89
CA$33,664.08
A$37,522.12
CHF 19,686.57
MX$458,206.25
NOK 249,274.76
SEK 235,602.57
DKK 157,895.60

About the Item

A stunning pair of vintage 16.78 carat Ceylon sapphire and 4.26 carat diamond, 9k white gold drop earrings; part of our diverse jewelry and estate jewelry collections. These stunning, fine and impressive vintage oval cut sapphire earrings have been crafted in 9k white gold. Each articulated drop has a stunning, feature four claw set Ceylon sapphire, in a combination of cushion and oval cut. The sapphires each support three individually claw set marquise cut diamonds, articulating from the lower border. The linear drops are each composed of two claw set marquise cut diamonds, with an oval cut diamond to the apex. The earrings secure to the reverse with hallmarked, platinum butterfly fastenings. These 1960s sapphire drop earrings been independently tested using state of the art technology (Niton XL2 Analyzer) and verified as 9 karat gold. The stunning Ceylon sapphire earrings are supplied with a sapphire report card and certificate supplied by the Gemmological Certification Services, London*, in addition to a diamond grading report card for the supporting diamonds. NOTE: * This documentation accredits the blue sapphire originating in Sri Lanka (Ceylon) and certifies that the gemstone shows no indications of heating; non-heated sapphires are a scarcity. Images do not always reflect the true color and brilliance of gemstones and diamonds. The video however provides a truer representation of the actual color and showcases each stone. Condition These stunning 1960s drop earrings are exceptional quality, set with stunning Ceylon sapphires displaying fine color, brilliance and presence. The very high color and clarity graded diamonds display a fine white color, brilliance and presence. The earrings are an exceptional gauge of gold and are in excellent condition. Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this fine example of vintage sapphire jewellery/estate jewelry. Sapphire Quality Origin Sri Lanka (Ceylon) Cut Cushion/Oval Content 16.78 carats Diamond Quality Feature Diamond One Color H Clarity VVS1 Cut Marquise Content 0.38 carat Dimensions 6.70mm x 3.62mm x 2.55mm Feature Diamond Two Color G Clarity VVS1 Cut Marquise Content 0.32 carat Dimensions 6.65mm x 3.61mm x 2.19mm Feature Diamond Three Color G Clarity VVS1 Cut Oval Content 0.31 carat Dimensions 5.05mm x 3.28mm x 2.59mm Feature Diamond Four Color F Clarity VVS1 Cut Oval Content 0.33 carat Dimensions 5.08mm x 3.64mm x 2.53mm Supporting Diamonds Color (average grades) G Clarity (average grades) VVS2 Cut Marquise Content 2.92 carats Total Diamond Content 4.26 carats Dimension Length of drop 4.8cm/1.89" Width of setting 1.25cm/0.49" Weight 10.65 grams Date: Circa 1960 Item Ref. SKU: C4346
  • Metal:
  • Stone:
  • Stone Cut:
  • Weight:
    10.65 g
  • Dimensions:
    Width: 0.49 in (12.45 mm)Length: 1.89 in (48.01 mm)
  • Lab Report Available:
    GCS London 80275-88
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Circa 1960
  • Condition:
    Please see main description.
  • Seller Location:
    Jesmond, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: C43461stDibs: LU128210713742

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