An Opal and Ruby Necklace with a Detachable Opal and Ruby Brooch/Pendant, graduated oval...
An Opal and Ruby Necklace with a Detachable Opal and Ruby Brooch/Pendant, graduated oval cabochon opals alternate with round cut rubies in yellow collet settings, suspending a cluster formed of pear cut cabochon opals and old cut and kite-shaped rubies to a further border of trios of round cabochon opals spaced by kite-shaped rubies, in yellow claw and rubbed over settings, to a trace link chain, pendant drop length 3.2cm, chain length 40.5cm, in a fitted case see illustration
. Both pieces are in good condition however the brooch has an opal which is chipped. The necklace fastens with a bolt ring catch. The brooch fastens with a pin and hook catch and features a safety clasp, there is also a bale attachment to hang on a chain. The necklace clasp is stamped '15C' and in our opinion would test as gold. Gross weight 13.3 grams. CR made 30.01.20.
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An Opal and Ruby Necklace with a Detachable Opal and Ruby Brooch/Pendant, graduated oval cabochon opals alternate with round cut rubies in yellow collet settings, suspending a cluster formed of pear cut cabochon opals and old cut and kite-shaped rubies to a further border of trios of round cabochon opals spaced by kite-shaped rubies, in yellow claw and rubbed over settings, to a trace link chain, pendant drop length 3.2cm, chain length 40.5cm, in a fitted case see illustration
. Both pieces are in good condition however the brooch has an opal which is chipped. The necklace fastens with a bolt ring catch. The brooch fastens with a pin and hook catch and features a safety clasp, there is also a bale attachment to hang on a chain. The necklace clasp is stamped '15C' and in our opinion would test as gold. Gross weight 13.3 grams. CR made 30.01.20.