The bombé mount centring on a brilliant-cut fancy light yellow diamond weighing 11.61 carats, accented with variously cut diamonds, size 53, signed Bulgari, numbered, maker's mark.

Signed BVLGARI, maker's mark, numbered C3103, engraved 11.61 cts indicating the weight of the central diamond. Stamped Pt 950 for platinum. According to the GIA report dated 7 May 1999, the central diamond measuring 14.69 x 14.84 x 8.89mm, weighing 11.61 carats, is Fancy Light Yellow, Natural colour, Internally flawless; for further information please refer to the report. Smaller diamonds near colourless, bright and lively. Signs of normal wear to the metal, scratches consistent with use. In good conditions. Gross weight approximately 19 grams.
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