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Fine Jewellery — Sotheby's

Auction House:Sotheby'sNumber of lots recorded:292
Sale Title:Fine JewelleryLots with images:291
Auction Location:SydneyPrices available:223
Date:6-Dec-2010
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Diamond ring, the marquise cut diamond weighing 2.13 carats is claw set and mounted in 18ct gold, size N. Accompanied by a GIA certificate numbered 8329820, dated 4 August 1993, stating that the 2.13 carat diamond is F colour and VVS1 clarity.
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Kunzite and diamond ring, the oval kunzite weighing approximately 60.00 carats is claw set surrounded by round brilliant cut diamonds together weighing approximately 2.45 carats, to diamond set shoulders and gallery, mounted in 18ct white gold, size N.
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Diamond riviere, designed as a graduated line of claw set round brilliant cut diamonds together weighing approximately 19.50 carats, mounted in 18ct white gold. Length approximately 44 cm.
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Aquamarine and diamond ring, centring on an emerald cut aquamarine claw set in a baguette and round brilliant cut diamond surround, mounted in 18ct white gold, size L.
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Fancy light yellow diamond ring, the radiant cut diamond weighing 1.61 carats is claw set above round brilliant cut diamond set shoulders and claws of crossover design, mounted in 18ct white gold, size N. Accompanied by a Gsl certificate numbered AA47180, dated 25 October 2010, stating the 1.61 carat diamond is natural, Fancy Light Yellow colour and P1 clarity.
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Pair of sapphire and diamond earrings, designed as stylised orchids set with variously shaped multi-coloured sapphires together weighing approximately 45.00 carats highlighted with pave set round brilliant cut diamonds, mounted in 18ct white gold.
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Aquamarine and diamond pendant, the emerald cut aquamarine weighing approximately 34.50 carats is claw set below baguette and round brilliant cut diamonds, mounted in 18ct white gold.
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Diamond ring, set with a round brilliant cut diamond weighing 2.51 carats, claw set between baguette cut diamond set shoulders of crossover design, mounted in platinum, size M. Accompanied by a GSL certificate numbered AA47046, dated 1 October 2010, stating that the 2.51 carat diamond is J colour and SI1 clarity.
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Diamond bracelet, designed as a graduated line of baguette cut diamonds together weighing approximately 14.00 carats, mounted in platinum, length approximately 18.5 cm.
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Pair of diamond earrings / brooches, early twentieth century, modelled as butterflies set with round brilliant and single cut diamonds together weighing approximately 7.50 carats, mounted in platinum, French hallmarks. (2)
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Diamond ring, the round brilliant cut diamond weighing 1.24 carats is claw set and mounted in 18ct white gold, size R. Accompanied by a GSL certificate numbered AA47028, dated 1 October 2010, stating that the 1.24 carat diamond is H colour and VS2 clarity.
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Sapphire and diamond ring, centring on a cushion shaped sapphire weighing 14.98 carats, claw set between baguette cut diamond set shoulders, mounted in platinum, size N. Accompanied by a GSL report numbered AA45887/2, dated 18 February 2010, stating that the 14.98 carat sapphire is natural, of Burmese (Myanmar) origin, with no evidence of heat treatment.
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Coloured diamond and diamond bracelet, set with two rows of pear shaped coloured diamonds of yellow hue together weighing approximately 8.30 carats, each surrounded by a cluster of round brilliant cut diamonds together weighing approximately 2.95 carats, mounted in 18ct gold, length approximately 18 cm.
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Diamond and coloured diamond ring, modelled as a flower pave set with round brilliant cut diamonds together weighing approximately 2.10 carats and highlighted with coloured diamonds of yellow hue together weighing approximately 2.20 carats, the centre claw set with six pear shaped coloured diamonds of yellow hue together weighing approximately 1.80 carats, mounted in 18ct gold, size N.
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Pair of aquamarine and diamond earrings, the pear shaped aquamarines together weighing approximately 11.00 carats are claw set below round brilliant cut diamond surmounts, the diamonds together weighing approximately 1.15 carats, mounted in 18ct white gold.
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Diamond ring, the three stone diamond ring is claw set to the centre with a round brilliant cut diamond weighing 1.11 carats between a pair of princess cut diamonds together weighing approximately 1.10 carats, mounted in 18ct white gold and palladium, size M.
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South Sea pearl necklace, composed of twenty seven graduated pearls measuring 13.35 to 17.7 cm, to an 14ct brushed gold clasp. Length approximately 47 cm.
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Diamond brooch, designed as a flower set with round brilliant and single cut diamonds together weighing 3.00 carats, mounted in platinum.
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Diamond ring, the Prince cut diamond weighing 1.56 carats is claw set and mounted in 18ct gold and platinum, size M. Accompanied by a Dcla report numbered 131944, dated 27 August 2010, stating that the 1.56 carat diamond is G colour and SI1 clarity, the girdle is laser inscribed Prince cut 00508.
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Tourmaline and diamond ring, the pink tourmaline weighing approximately 16.00 carats is claw set between round brilliant cut diamond set shoulders above diamond set claws, the diamonds together weighing approximately 1.70 carats, mounted in 18ct white gold, size N.
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Diamond bangle, the oval hinged bangle is pave set all around with round brilliant cut diamonds together weighing approximately 22.50 carats, mounted in 18ct white gold, inner diameter approximately 6 cm.
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Sapphire and diamond ring, centring on an oval sapphire weighing approximately 1.95 carats within a two tier border of round brilliant cut diamonds, mounted in 18ct white gold, size O.
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Tourmaline and diamond pendant necklace, the V-shaped necklace is set with baguette and carre cut diamonds together weighing approximately 8.15 carats, suspending a detachable cabochon pink tourmaline and diamond pendant, the tourmaline weighing approximately 20.40 carats, mounted in 18ct white gold, length approximately 46 cm.
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Pair of diamond earrings, the collet set round brilliant cut diamond cluster drops are suspended from diamond set surmounts, mounted in 18ct white gold.
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Gem set 'Allegra' suite, bulgari, the ring and earrings are both set with faceted and cabochon cut multi-coloured gemstones and round brilliant cut diamonds, mounted in 18ct gold, both signed Bvlgari, ring size M. (2) accompanied by Bulgari boxes.
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Diamond ring, the heart shaped ring is set with round brilliant cut diamonds and mounted in 14ct white gold, size O.
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Diamond ring, the round brilliant cut diamond weighing 1.35 carats is claw set and mounted in 18ct white gold, mounting by Graff, size N. Accompanied by a GSL short report numbered GSL111209-3, stating that the 1.35 carat diamond is G colour and SI2 clarity.
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Pair of coloured diamond and diamond earrings, of floral motif with pear shaped diamond swing drops, set with coloured diamonds of yellow hue together weighing approximately 4.35 carats, highlighted by round brilliant cut diamonds together weighing approximately 2.45 carats, mounted in 18ct gold.
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Diamond and coloured diamond ring, modelled as a flower set with pear shaped coloured diamonds of yellow hue together weighing approximately 3.05 carats and round brilliant cut diamonds together weighing approximately 1.45 carats, mounted in 18ct gold, size O.
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Coloured diamond and diamond bracelet, of floral motif set with coloured diamonds of yellow hue together weighing approximately 6.25 carats, highlighted by round brilliant cut diamonds together weighing approximately 4.00 carats, mounted in 18ct gold, length approximately 18 cm.
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Diamond ring, the old European cut diamond weighing 1.52 carats is claw set above diamond set shoulders to a split shank, mounted in 14ct white gold, size U. Accompanied by a GSL report numbered AA47133/1, dated 18 October 2010, stating that the 1.52 carat diamond is K colour and P1 clarity.
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Pair of South Sea pearl and diamond earrings, each 12.0 cm drop shaped pearl is suspended from a diamond set surmount of leaf motif, mounted in 18ct white gold.
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Coloured diamond and diamond necklace, of floral motif with a pear shaped diamond swing drop, set with coloured diamonds of yellow hue together weighing approximately 11.70 carats, highlighted by round brilliant cut diamonds together weighing approximately 8.45 carats, mounted in 18ct gold, length approximately 45 cm.
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Diamond ring, claw set with five old cut diamonds together weighing approximately 1.50 carats, mounted in 18ct gold, size M.
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Pair of ruby and diamond earrings, the round rubies are claw set in a cluster of round brilliant cut diamonds together weighing approximately 1.10 carats, mounted in 18ct white gold.
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Diamond brooch, early twentieth century, modelled as a butterfly the brooch is set with round brilliant and old cut diamonds together weighing approximately 3.00 carats, mounted in platinum and 15ct gold. Accompanied by original fitted box.
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Diamond ring, the claw set princess cut diamond weighing 2.11 carats is mounted in platinum, size J. Accompanied by a Gsl report numbered AA47001, dated 21 September 2010, stating that the 2.11 carat diamond is E colour and VS2 clarity.
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Sapphire and diamond bracelet, 1930s, set in an openwork geometric design with round brilliant, baguette and marquise cut diamonds together weighing approximately 31.00 carats, featuring five emerald cut sapphires together weighing approximately 8.10 carats, mounted in platinum and iridium. Length approximately 19.5 cm.
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Pair of South Sea pearl and diamond earrings, the collet set round brilliant cut diamond studs together weighing approximately 0.80 carat suspend 11.0 cm drop shaped pearls below round brilliant cut diamond set surmounts, mounted in 18ct gold. Accompanied by a Linneys box.
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Diamond necklace, designed as a uniform line of claw set round brilliant cut diamonds together weighing approximately 19.80 carats, mounted in 18ct white gold, length approximately 45 cm.
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Diamond ring, centring on an emerald cut diamond weighing 1.27 carats claw set between a pair of emerald cut diamonds together weighing approximately 1.20 carats, mounted in platinum and 18ct gold, size L. Accompanied by a GSL certificate numbered AA47179, dated 25 October 2010, stating that the 1.27 carat diamond is F colour and SI1 clarity.
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Diamond and enamel brooch, the finely pierced brooch with black enamel detail is set with three round brilliant cut diamonds, mounted in 14ct gold.
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Ruby and diamond ring, centring on a claw set ruby weighing approximately 5.00 carats surrounded by an undulating cluster of tapered baguette cut diamonds together weighing approximately 2.00 carats, mounted in platinum, size M.
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Diamond ring, cartier, set with round brilliant cut diamonds in a brushed gold crossover design, mounted in 18ct white gold, signed Cartier, numbered J35703, size 55. Accompanied by a Cartier box.
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Fancy deep purplish pink diamond ring, the pear shaped diamond weighing 0.86 carat is claw set in a pave set round brilliant cut diamond surround to diamond set split shoulders, the diamonds together weighing approximately 1.90 carats, mounted in 18ct white gold, size N. Accompanied by a Gia certificate numbered 5101114899, dated 9 September 2008, stating that the 0.
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Pair of aquamarine and diamond earrings, the aquamarine pendant drops together weighing approximately 140.00 carats are suspended below a pair heart shaped diamonds together weighing approximately 3.05 carats, surrounded by round brilliant cut diamonds, mounted in 18ct white gold. Length approximately 9.5 cm.
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Diamond ring, modelled as a flower set with round brilliant cut diamonds together weighing approximately 3.60 carats, mounted in 18ct gold, size N.
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Pair of South Sea pearl and diamond earrings, each 12.8 cm drop shaped pearl is suspended from a diamond set surmount of bow motif, mounted in 18ct white gold.
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Sapphire and diamond ring, centring on an oval sapphire weighing 2.47 carats claw set in a tapered baguette and round brilliant cut diamond surround, mounted in platinum, size K. Accompanied by a GSL certificate numbered AA47059, dated 1 October 2010, stating that the 2.47 carat sapphire is natural, royal blue, of Burmese (Myanmar) origin, with no evidence of heat treatment.
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South sea pearl necklace, composed of sixty nine graduated pearls measuring 12.00 to 15.5.5 cm, to an 18ct white gold diamond set clasp, length approximately 106 cm.
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Sapphire and diamond brooch, modelled as a butterfly set with pink sapphires and round brilliant cut diamonds, mounted in 18ct white gold.
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Emerald and diamond ring, the emerald weighing approximately 16.55 carats is claw set surrounded by round brilliant cut diamonds to diamond set shoulders and gallery, mounted in platinum, size L.
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Diamond bracelet, collet set with three early round brilliant cut diamonds each weighing approximately 1.20 carats, 1.23 carats and 1.25 carats, in a pierced and mille grain set surround of old cut diamonds together weighing approximately 33.00 carats, mounted in platinum. Length approximately 18 cm
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Fancy deep pink diamond ring, the radiant cut diamond weighing 1.01 carats is claw set between a pair of emerald cut diamonds together weighing approximately 1.10 carats, within a border of coloured diamonds of pink hue, to round brilliant cut diamond set shoulders, mounted in 18ct rose and white gold, size N. Accompanied by a Gia report numbered 14432367, dated 24 June 2005, stating that the 1.
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Diamond ring, the old European cut diamond weighing 10.58 carats is claw set and mounted in platinum, size Q. Accompanied by a GSL report numbered AA47112, dated 11 October 2010, stating that the 10.58 carat diamond is R colour and VS2 clarity.
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Alexandrite and diamond ring, the round alexandrite weighing approximately 5.50 carats is claw set surrounded by round brilliant cut diamonds, to diamond set shoulders and gallery, mounted in 18ct white gold, size M. Accompanied by a C. Dunaigre, Switzerland gemstone report numbered Cdc 1009191, dated 23 September 2010, stating that the alexandrite (natural chrysoberyl) displays colour change from green (daylight) to purple (incandescent light) and is of excellent quality grade.
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Cartier ‘Mini baignoire' wristwatch, the lady's 18ct white gold quartz wristwatch with cream coloured dial, Roman numerals, oval case, pave set diamond bezel, case and dial signed, number 2369, 305390MG, on a double Strand round brilliant cut diamond set bracelet, the diamonds all together weighing approximately 14.00 carats. Accompanied by a Cartier box.
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Diamond riviere, designed as a graduated line of ninety eight claw set oval diamonds together weighing approximately 39.30 carats, mounted in platinum, signed Cartier, numbered 883888. Length approximately 43 cm.
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Ruby and diamond pendant, the ruby weighing approximately 2.55 carats is claw set with channel set baguette cut diamonds together weighing approximately 2.20 carats, mounted in 18ct white gold, on a double Strand 18ct white gold chain, length approximately 40 cm.
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Emerald and diamond ring, the sugarloaf cabochon cut vivid green emerald weighing approximately 27.50 carats is claw set between a pair of emerald cut diamonds together weighing 2.06 carats, each surrounded by round brilliant cut diamonds, mounted in 18ct white gold, size L. Accompanied by GIA reports numbered 16175337, dated 14 September 2007 and 16255252, dated 6 September 2007, stating that each of the 1.
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Diamond brooch, of stylised bow design the openwork brooch centring on an old cut diamond weighing approximately 0.70 carat is surrounded by round brilliant and single cut diamonds, mounted in platinum.
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Diamond 'Parentesi' bracelet, bulgari, with pave set diamond links mounted in 18ct white gold, signed Bvlgari, adjustable length approximately 20 cm. Accompanied by a Bulgari box.
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Sapphire and diamond ring, centring on a cushion shaped sapphire claw set between baguette and round brilliant cut diamond set shoulders, mounted in 18ct white gold, size Q. Accompanied by a GSL certificate numbered AA47155, dated 21 October 2010, stating that the 12.91 carat sapphire is natural, of Ceylon origin, with no evidence of heat treatment.
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Diamond necklace, comprising a series of ornate diamond set links suspending a pendant drop set with round brilliant, baguette and marquise cut diamonds, the diamonds together weighing approximately 8.30 carats, mounted in 18ct white gold, length approximately 48 cm.
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Pair of diamond earrings, the fan shaped earrings are set with round brilliant and baguette cut diamonds, mounted in 14ct white gold, with clip fittings.
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Sapphire and diamond bangle, early twentieth century, the oval hinged bangle is set with rose cut diamonds, centring on an old cut diamond and a sapphire, mounted in 15ct gold, inner diameter approximately 6 cm.
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Diamond ring, the round brilliant cut diamond weighing 1.54 carats is claw set mounted in 18ct white gold, size N. Accompanied by a GSl report numbered A46339/1, dated 18 May 2010, stating that the 1.54 carat diamond is E colour and VVS2 clarity.
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Diamond riviere, designed as a graduated line of claw set round brilliant cut diamonds together weighing approximately 12.60 carats, mounted in 18ct white gold. Length approximately 45 cm.
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Rolex 'Day-date' wristwatch, the gentleman's 18ct rose gold Oyster Perpetual wristwatch with satin finished rose gold coloured dial, applied Roman numerals and outer printed minute divisions, day and date apertures and centre seconds hand, on an 18ct gold President bracelet, model number 118205, serial number K270988. Accompanied by original certificate and a Rolex box.
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Pair of south sea pearl and diamond earrings, each 14.0 cm pearl is set in a round brilliant cut diamond set hoop, the diamonds together weighing approximately 4.95 carats mounted in 18ct rose gold.
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Diamond pendant, centring on an emerald cut diamond in a surround of princess, round brilliant and half moon shaped diamonds together weighing approximately 2.60 carats, mounted in 18ct white gold.
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Paraiba type tourmaline and diamond ring, the blue green tourmaline weighing 20.53 carats is claw set surrounded by two tiers of baguette and round brilliant cut diamonds together weighing approximately 1.65 carats, mounted in 18ct white gold, size O. Accompanied by a Git certificate numbered 09.02.13.00796, dated 17 February 2009, stating that the 20.
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Morganite and diamond ring, the oval morganite weighing approximately 13.40 carats is claw set above an openwork gallery set with round brilliant cut diamonds, mounted in 18ct rose gold, size O.
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Rolex wristwatch, the lady's 18ct white gold mechanical wristwatch with square dial and applied batons, case set with baguette cut diamonds, model number 9633, serial number 556875, on a 18ct white gold mesh bracelet signed Gc.
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Round brilliant cut diamond, the loose diamond weighing 1.07 carats. Accompanied by a GSL report numbered AA47163, dated 25 October 2010, stating that the diamond is H colour and SI1 clarity.
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Diamond pendant, of cluster design centring on a round brilliant cut diamond weighing 2.02 carats, the supporting channel set diamonds together weighing approximately 1.30 carats, mounted in 18ct white gold, on an 18ct white gold chain. Length approximately 50 cm. Accompanied by a GSL report numbered AA45754, dated 22 January 2010, stating that the 2.
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Pair of black diamond and diamond earrings, the pear shaped black diamonds together weighing approximately 97.50 carats are claw set in a round brilliant cut diamond surround below diamond set surmounts, decorated to the reverse with round brilliant and pear shaped diamonds in a foliate design, mounted in 18ct white gold.
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Tanzanite and diamond pendant, the navette shaped pendant is collet set with a round tanzanite weighing approximately 3.15 carats surrounded by coloured diamonds and round brilliant cut diamonds together weighing approximately 1.95 carats, mounted in 18ct gold.
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Diamond bangle, the oval hinged bangle is channel set with a row of princess cut diamonds together weighing approximately 2.40 carats, mounted in 18ct white gold, inner diameter approximately 6 cm.
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Pair of tahitian South Sea pearl and diamond earrings, the 11.0 cm drop shaped pearls are suspended below round brilliant cut diamond and black diamond set surmounts, mounted in 18ct white gold.
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Pair of diamond earrings, the half hoop earrings are pave set with round brilliant cut diamonds together weighing approximately 8.35 carats, mounted in 18ct white gold.
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Black diamond and diamond necklace, comprising variously shaped black diamond set links together weighing approximately 53.95 carats, each surrounded by a cluster of round brilliant cut diamonds together weighing approximately 15.55 carats, mounted in 18ct rose gold. Length approximately 90 cm.
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Pair of South Sea pearl, tourmaline and diamond earrings, each 11.0 cm pearl is suspended from a diamond set bell cap surmounted by a collet set pink tourmaline, mounted in 18ct rose gold.
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Spinel and diamond ring, the oval spinel weighing approximately 2.70 carats is claw set in a round brilliant and baguette cut diamond surround with diamond set shoulders, mounted in 18ct white gold, size M.
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Tanzanite and diamond ring, the oval tanzanite weighing approximately 6.70 carats is claw set above pave set round brilliant cut diamonds together weighing approximately 2.55 carats, mounted in 18ct white gold, size O.
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South sea pearl and diamond suite, autore, the pearl and diamond brooch converts into a large pendant, a single pearl enhancer and a pair of pearl earrings, the round and Baroque pearls measuring from 11.00 to 15.0 cm, the diamonds together weighing approximately 6.70 carats, mounted in 18ct white gold, with additional fittings for earrings and an enhancer, signed Autore.
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Diamond bracelet, designed as alternating rows of round brilliant cut diamond clusters, the diamonds together weighing approximately 4.95 carats, mounted in 18ct white gold, length approximately 18 cm.
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Pair of emerald earrings, each drop earring is claw set with three graduated emeralds, the six together weighing approximately 7.50 carats, mounted in 18ct white gold. Accompanied by a Jan Logan box.
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Diamond ring, cerrone, the round brilliant cut diamond weighing 0.90 carat is claw set above diamond set shoulders and mounted in 18ct white gold, signed Cerrone, size J. Accompanied by a GIA report numbered 2111854233, dated 19 April 2010, stating that the 0.90 carat diamond is F colour and VS2 clarity.
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Emerald and diamond ring, jan logan, the emerald weighing approximately 5.00 carats is bezel set above princess cut diamond set shoulders, mounted in platinum, signed Jl, size R. Accompanied by a Jan Logan box.
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Diamond necklace, designed as alternating rows of round brilliant cut diamond clusters, the diamonds together weighing approximately 11.55 carats, mounted in 18ct white gold. Length approximately 42 cm.
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Sapphire and diamond pendant / brooch, designed as a stylised star set with marquise cut sapphires and round brilliant and baguette cut diamonds together weighing approximately 4.00 carats, mounted in 18ct white gold.
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Pair of diamond earrings, claw set with oval diamonds together weighing approximately 2.00 carats, surrounded by round brilliant cut diamonds together weighing approximately 1.65 carats, mounted in 18ct white gold.
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Pair of emerald and diamond earrings, the pear shaped emeralds together weighing approximately 25.40 carats are claw set surrounded by round brilliant cut diamonds, suspended below heart shaped diamond set links and diamond set surmounts, mounted in 18ct white gold.
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Diamond bracelet, the fancy link bracelet is box set with two synthetic sapphires and three old cut diamonds, mounted in 14ct white gold. Length approximately 18 cm.
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Diamond ring, the round brilliant cut 6.17 carat diamond is claw set and mounted in 14ct white gold, size N. Accompanied by a Gsl short report numbered BSRAM1603, stating that the 6.17 carat diamond is P colour and VS2 clarity. Provenance: By descent from the Estate of the Late Elizabeth Herczog-Putnik.
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Diamond necklace, designed as a graduated row of round brilliant cut diamond set links, the diamonds together weighing approximately 14.40 carats, mounted in 18ct white gold, length approximately 42 cm.
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Tanzanite and diamond pendant, the cushion shaped tanzanite is claw set in a mille grain round brilliant cut diamond surround, mounted in 18ct white gold.
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Girard perregaux wristwatch, the lady's 18ct white gold mechanical cocktail watch with round dial, applied batons and round brilliant cut diamond set case, number 78510001, on an 18ct white gold mesh bracelet.
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Pair of sapphire and diamond earrings, of spray design set with marquise cut sapphires and baguette and round brilliant cut diamonds, mounted in 14ct white gold, with clip fittings.
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