Michele della Valle Turquoise, Sapphire and Diamond Pendant

The pendant set with round sapphires, centering a carved turquoise lion's head, and accented with round diamonds.Sapphires weighing a total of 27.66 caratsDiamonds weighing a total of 0.98 caratLength approximately 3⅛ inchesSigned Michele della Valle, with maker's mark, numbered 1222918 karat white goldGross weight approximately 38 dwtsAccompanied by a signed pouch

Condition Report:
In good condition, the mounting with minor wear including two minor spots of discoloration to the reverse, not visible when worn. Mounting stamped 750 for 18 karat (white) gold. The sapphires are medium light to medium deep violetish blue to blue, predominately slightly included, with a few moderately included examples. The carved turquoise is medium bluish green, even in color, intact and in good condition. The diamonds are approximately G-H color, VS clarity. Width approximately 2¾ inches.