5.50ct Opal, Natural Saltwater Pearl and 8.31ct Diamond, Platinum Pendant - Antique Circa 1935

This magnificent, fine and impressive opal pendant has been crafted in platinum with an 18ct yellow gold setting.

This large elongated quatrefoil-shaped, pierced decorated pendant displays a stunning feature central yellow gold collet set 5.50ct oval cabochon cut opal.

This feature gemstone is encompassed with twelve pavé set diamonds, in a combination of Old European, eight and Dutch cuts.

This diamond arrangement is segmented with four stunning natural saltwater pearls to the cardinal points; these pearls are incorporated into a square formation within the foliated frame.

The further four natural pearls are each flanked with splayed foliate designs accented with pavé set diamonds and incorporate four individually collet set diamonds to the upper and lower portions.

The outer circumference of this large pendant is further embellished with Old European cut diamonds, creating a scalloped border.

This antique pendant is suspended from an 18ct white gold 45.72cm/18" chain via a tapering bale ornamented with a further four pavé set diamonds.

This opal pendant has been independently tested using state of the art technology (Niton XL2 Analyzer) and verified as 18 carat gold and platinum.

This impressive pendant is supplied with two IDGL diamond grading report certificates, in addition to an IDGL diamond grading report card for the opal and supporting stones.

This magnificent example of 1930s jewellery is further provided with a pearl report card and certificate supplied by the Gemmological Certification Services, London*.

An antique opal and diamond pendant accented with pearls is a refined and luminous gift, ideal for October birthdays, anniversaries or as a timeless heirloom for those who appreciate elegant antique jewellery.

NOTE: * This documentation certifies the natural saltwater pearls shows no indications of treatment.

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Date: Circa 1935

The antique pendant is exceptional quality, set with a stunning opal displaying a scintillating play of colour and presence.

The stunning natural saltwater pearls display fine colour, lustre and presence.

The impressive diamonds display a fine white colour and brilliance.

This antique opal pendant is an exceptional gauge of platinum and gold, and is in exceptional condition.

Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this magnificent antique opal and diamond pendant with pearls.

Cut Cabochon

Content 5.50 carats

Dimensions 16.41mm (length) x 13.80mm (width) x 5.60mm (depth)

Type Natural Saltwater

Colour Light Cream/Cream

Dimensions 5.20mm - 5.50mm (approx.)

Feature Diamond One

Colour I

Clarity VS2

Cut Old European

Content 0.27 carat

Dimensions 4.13mm (length) x 4.10mm (width) x 2.48mm (depth)

Feature Diamond Two

Colour J

Clarity VS2

Cut Old European

Content 0.26 carat

Dimensions 4.07mm (length) x 3.98mm (width) x 2.46mm (depth)

Supporting Diamonds

Colour (average grades) H

Clarity (average grades) SI2

Cut Old European/Eight/Dutch

Content 7.78 carats

Total Diamond Content

8.31 carats

Number of Diamonds

92

Length of drop 6.5cm/2.56"

Length of pendant 5.25cm/2.07"

Width of pendant 4.2cm/1.65"

Height of setting 7.81mm/0.31"

Chain length 45.72cm/18"

18.36 grams (excluding chain)