EXCEPTIONAL AND HIGHLY IMPORTANT NATURAL PEARL AND DIAMOND PENDANT, 18TH CENTURY

Set with an oval diamond supporting a diamond bow motif and a slightly baroque drop  shaped natural pearl measuring approximately 15.90 x 18.35 x 25.85mm, hook and hinged back fitting, the pearl and diamond bow motif were suspended from Marie Antoinette’s three strand pearl necklace; the single stone oval diamond surmount formed the clasp of that same necklace (see page *** for an illustration of Marie Antoinette pearl necklace and inventory description), together with an original fitted case mentioned in Marie Anne of Austria, Princess Elie de Bourbon Parme’s inventory for the three row pearl necklace (lot….), the single row (lot…), the pair of pearl and diamond earrings (lot …) and the pearl and diamond pendant (lot …).

Accompanied by SSEF report no. 93539, stating that the slightly baroque drop-shaped pearl measuring approximately 15.90 x 18.35 x 25.85mm, was found to be natural, saltwater. Natural pearl of slightly cream body colour, partly with rosé and green overtones, with good skin and lustre, small pinpoints and blemishes. For more information on the pearl, please refer to the SSEF report. In our experts' opinion, the central cushion-shaped diamond measuring approximately 11.20 x 8.70 x 4.60mm, calculated to weigh approximately 3.40 carats, as far as mount permits. Remaining diamonds bright and lively. Signs of wear to the metal consistent with age, evidence of tarnish. In very good condition. Gross weight approximately 13 grams.
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