Composed of four rows of slightly graduated tanzanite beads, the clasp highlighted with similar beads and brilliant-cut diamonds, shortest length approximately 400mm, signed MdV, pouch stamped Michele della Valle.

Signed MdV for Michele della Valle. Stamped 750 for 18 carat gold, mounted in white gold. Tanzanite beads well matched in colour, lavender blue of medium strong saturation, with typical inclusions, some surface reaching, scratches and nicks. Diamonds bright and lively, clasp secure. No signs of wear to the metal, in like-new condition. Gross weight approximately 416 grams. Pouch stamped Michele della Valle.
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