The front collet-set with an oval yellow sapphire stated to weigh 28.00 carats, within a frame pavé-set with brilliant-cut diamonds, to a band of gas pipe linking, length approximately 430mm, adjustable, signed Bulgari, Italian assay and maker's marks.

Signed Bulgari, Italian maker's mark. Italian assay mark for 18 carat gold. Inscribed 28.00 cts, referring to the stated carat weight of the yellow sapphire. Sapphire measuring approximately 21.10 x 16.50 x 8.52mm, estimated to weigh approximately 26 carats, yellow, with good transparency, small typical inclusions visible under 10x magnification, minor abrasions and a small chip to the culet. Diamonds estimated to weigh a total of approximately 6.00 - 7.00 carats, on average H-I colour, VS-SI clarity, as gauged and graded within the yellow gold mount. Signs of wear to the metal, scratches consistent with use. In good condition. Gross weight approximately 229 grams.
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