Centring on an octagonal step-cut sapphire framed with calibré-cut emeralds, to a double cord collar accented with emerald roundels, length approximately 340mm, signed Hemmerle.

Stamped 750 for gold, probably mounted in yellow gold and subsequently rhodium plated. Signed on clasp. Sapphire estimated to weigh approximately 46.35 carat, gauged insofar as the mount permits, few eye visible inclusions, some of them surface reaching, few scratches, nicks and abrasions. Emeralds very well matched in colour, with typical crystal inclusions, few scratches, nicks and abrasions. Clasps secure with safety catches. Signs of normal wear to the metal, scratches consistent with use. In good condition.
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