Wallace Chan Pair of Star Ruby, Jadeite, Gem Set and...

Each suspending a translucent jadeite cabochon of bright green colour, to the surmount set with a cabochon star ruby, linked by an oval diamond, decorated with variously shaped pink sapphires and green garnets, highlighted with brilliant-cut diamonds, mounted in titanium, post and sprung lock fittings, pendant detachable, signed Wallace Chan.

Jadeite cabochons approximately 17.40 x 13.35 x 7.20mm and 16.80 x 12.90 x 6.75mm.

Accompanied by SSEF report no. 71223, dated 17 September 2013, stating that the jadeites are natural, known in the trade as ‘A Jade’, and the star rubies are of Burmese origin, with a moderate asterism and no indications of heating.
Accompanied by Wallace Chan Certificate of Origin.

Condition Report:
Accompanied by SSEF report no. 71223, dated 17 September 2013, stating that the jadeites are natural, known in the trade as 'A Jade', and the star rubies are of Burmese origin, with a moderate asterism and no indications of heating. Please refer to the report for further details. Signed Wallace Chan. Inscribed J14.92, J13.24, R5.02, R3.9, D0.43 and D0.425 referring to the approximate weight of the jadeite, star ruby and oval diamonds respectively. Jadeites are of translucent bright green colour, with some clouds commonly seen in natural jadeite. Star rubies display moderate asterism, are of medium purplish red colour and medium strong saturation, with typical inclusions, some surface reaching, few pits. Pink sapphires are of medium purplish pink colour and medium to medium light saturation, with typical inclusions, minor pits. Green garnets are of medium slightly yellowish green colour and medium saturation, with typical inclusions, a few surface reaching, minor pits and nicks, as examined under 10x magnification. Diamonds are bright and lively. Minor signs of wear to the metal. Overall in good condition.

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