Double Strand Cultured Pearl Necklace with Gold and Gem-Set Clasp

the double strand pearl necklace strung knotted with (52) and (49) cultured pearls (7.5 average) and completed with an oval yellow gold clasp bead set with two rows of full cut round diamonds weighing approximately .82 total carat (G-H color, VS-SI clarity) and centered with an oval cabochon ruby (7.16 x 5.08 mm), testing 18KT.
Inner strand 16.7 in.; Outer 17.5 in.
Pearls well matched in color and size and display a cream body color with rose overtones, good luster, lightly spotted surface and acceptable nacre quality.

Ruby displays a red hue, medium dark tone, and strong saturation.

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Good estate condition; ruby with chip under one prong visible under magnification.