Mikimoto pearl, ruby and diamond torsade necklace, property from the estate of a distinguished Sydney collector, composed of seven strands of graduating Akoya cultured pearls measuring 4.00 mm to 6.20 mm, completed by a diamond set ball clasp, the front decorated with a pair of opposing panther heads between an annular plaque pave-set with brilliant-cut diamonds and marquise-cut rubies, terminating on a detachable tassel of Akoya pearls, the diamonds together weighing approximately 1.20 carats, mounted in 18ct gold, internal circumference 400 mm, Italian workshop registration marks, signed M for Mikimoto. Accompanied by a Mikimoto pouch.