Vintage Black Opal Pendant with Rubies and Diamonds

Vintage Black Opal Pendant with Rubies and Diamonds

A late 20th century black opal double cluster pendant. The top oval cabochon-cut black opal is surrounded by rubies and an outer diamond border, suspending a matching pear shaped cabochon-cut black opal within ruby and diamond double cluster surround. Mounted in platinum.

Suspended on a delicate chain with pearl accents.

Made in Europe, Circa 1990’s

• Pear black opal: 3.50 carats
• Oval black opal: 0.80 carat
• Total opal weight: 4.30 carat total
• Diamonds (73): approx. 0.79 carat total, F/G colour and VS1 clarity
• Rubies (50): approx. 1.00 carat total
• Seed pearls (8): 2mm diameter each
• Hallmarked on clasp with 950. mark for platinum
• Necklace length: 47.7cm
• Pendant dimensions: 4.2 x 1.5 x 0.6 cm
• Chain width: 1cm
• Gross weight: 10.48 grams
• Condition: Necklace is pre – owned, has minor wear and tear, pear opal has a natural hairline crack, otherwise good condition overall