3.50ct Zambian Emerald and 1.72ct Diamond, 18ct Yellow Gold and Platinum Dress Ring by Andrew Clunn - Vintage Circa 1980

Description

This stunning, fine and impressive vintage emerald ring has been crafted in 18ct yellow gold with platinum settings.

The substantial rectangular frame displays a central collet set 3.50ct octagonal cut emerald.

Fifty-four pavé set modern brilliant round cut diamonds ornament the platinum settings

The sides of the ring and the ring shoulders have a planished surface.

The ring is hallmarked to the interior with the makers mark for Andrew Clunn (A.CLUNN)*, the mark for platinum (PLAT) and the mark for 18ct gold (18K).

This vintage gemstone ring is supplied with an independent diamond grading report card in addition to an emerald report and certificate supplied by the Gemmological Certification Services (GCS)*.

"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 verifies that the gemstone shows indications of minor clarity enhancement.

* Andrew Clunn was born in the United Kingdom in 1928 and emigrated to the United States in 1951 to work for Matson Navigation Company. In 1963 he became the apprentice to the quintessential American jeweler David Webb and after working a variety of sales positions within the company, Clunn became an indispensable assistant to Webb and worked with premier clients like the Duchess of Windsor and Elizabeth Taylor, until Webb's death in 1975.

In 1980 Clunn opened his own studio in New York City and he specialised in distinctive jewellery designs for distinguished European and North American families. Clunn died in February 2016 in Rye, New York.

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