Sapphire, Ruby and Colored Diamond Necklace, Michele della Valle

Designed as a wide bib set throughout with cabochon sapphires, round rubies and diamonds of brown hue.Diamonds weighing a total of approximately 32.00 to 36.00 carats, one diamond missingInternal circumference 15 inchesMaker's mark for Michele della Valle18 karat goldPlease note the diamonds of brown hue have not been tested for natural origin of color

Condition Report:
In good condition, the mounting with signs of wear including surface scratches, and a couple small areas of discoloration, not noticeable when worn, and one diamond of brown hue missing. Stamped 750 for 18 karat gold. Maker's mark is located on clasp tongue, next to 750 stamp. Diamond weight stated in catalogue description approximated using measurements. Diamonds are faint to medium brown, SI-I clarity. The sapphires are medium light to medium deep slightly violetish blue to blue, slightly to heavily included, many with surface-reaching inclusions and eye visible color zoning. The rubies are medium pinkish to purplish red, slightly to moderately included. Gross weight approximately 254 dwts. Clasp closes securely. Width from approximately 2½ inches to ⅞ inch. Please note that the diamonds of brown hue have not been tested for natural origin of color.