7.47ct Zambian Emerald and 14.50ct Diamond, 18ct White Gold Brooch / Pendant - Vintage Circa 1960

This magnificent vintage brooch/pendant has been crafted in 18ct white gold.

The symmetrical convex setting of this vintage brooch is embellished with a large impressive four-claw set feature 2.23ct emerald cut diamond to the centre.

The exceptional tapering kite shaped setting incorporates a stunning array of individually claw set diamonds, in a combination of marquise and modern brilliant round cut, totalling 12.27ct.

The lower portion of this magnificent brooch is embellished with an articulating, detachable 18ct white gold four-claw set 7.47ct octagonal cut Zambian emerald terminal; this component could be worn as an individual pendant.

This impressive 18ct white gold vintage emerald brooch secures to the reverse with a hinged pin and sheath style fastening; this could be removed upon request.

This versatile emerald brooch may also be worn as a pendant via hinged bale to the reverse.

The necklace suspends from a contemporary 18 ct white gold 45.72cm/18" trace chain, securing with a conventional spring-loaded fastening to the reverse.

This magnificent pendant/brooch is supplied with four independent diamond grading report certificates for the feature stones, in addition to an independent diamond grading report card for the supporting stones.

The piece is also provided with a European Diamond Report (EDR) certificate for the principal diamond and an emerald report card and certificate supplied by the Gemmological Certification Services, London*.

"Rather than regarding inclusions in coloured stones as harmful, in small sizes and numbers that do not in any way detract from their beauty, they should be regarded as adding to desirability, for they provide identifying characteristics."

Reference: The Connoisseur's Guide to Precious Gemstones, R. Wise, Brunswick House Press.

NOTE: * This documentation accredits the emerald originating in Zambia and certifies that the gemstone shows indications of moderate clarity enhancement.

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This emerald brooch is exceptional quality, set with a stunning emerald displaying fine colour, brilliance and presence.

The stunning feature diamonds displays a fine white colour, brilliance and presence.

The array of supporting diamonds display a fine white colour and brilliance.

The 1960s brooch is an exceptional gauge of gold and is in exceptional condition.

Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this fine example of vintage emerald jewellery/estate jewelry.

Origin Zambian

Cut Octagonal

Content 7.47 carats

Dimensions 13.01mm x 12.59mm x 6.32mm

Feature Diamond One

Colour J

Clarity VS2

Cut Emerald

Content 2.23 carats

Dimensions 9.62mm x 6.25mm x 3.99mm

Feature Diamond Two

Colour G

Clarity VS2

Cut Round Brilliant

Content 0.40 carat

Dimensions 4.72mm x 2.83mm

Feature Diamond Three

Colour G

Clarity VS1

Cut Round Brilliant

Content 0.31 carat

Dimensions 4.32mm x 2.51mm

Feature Diamond Four

Colour G

Clarity VS2

Cut Marquise

Content 0.29 carat

Dimensions 5.19mm x 3.03mm x 1.97mm

Feature Diamond Five

Colour G

Clarity VS2

Cut Marquise

Content 0.28 carat

Dimensions 5.07mm x 3.08mm x 1.95mm

Supporting Diamonds

Colour (average grades) H

Clarity (average grades) SI1

Cut Marquise

Content 10.99 carats

Total Diamond Content

14.50 carats

Length including bale 7.8cm/3.07"

Length of drop 7.2cm/2.83"

Length of diamond setting 5.1cm/2.01"

Width of setting 4.7cm/1.85"

Across pin 3.7cm/1.46"

Height of setting 2cm/0.79"

Chain length 45.72cm/18"

38.44 grams