An impressive natural smoky quartz and diamond pendant, crafted in substantial 18 karat white gold with an intricate floral, foliate and geometric openwork design.
The centrepiece is a large faceted natural smoky quartz of unusual tapered trapezoid form, measuring approximately 21mm at its widest point and tapering to approximately 10mm. The stone displays attractive smoky brown tones with warmer golden hues as it catches the light.
Surrounding the smoky quartz is an elaborate arrangement of approximately 190 natural round brilliant-cut diamonds, with a combined estimated weight of approximately 3.73 carats. The diamonds range from G–H white through brownish-yellow, champagne and cognac tones, creating a distinctive graduated play of colour throughout the design.
The pendant is beautifully constructed with sculptural flowers, leaves and scrolling motifs. The intricate pierced gallery to the reverse further demonstrates the considerable workmanship involved in creating the piece.
Measuring approximately 63mm long by 38.3mm wide and weighing a substantial 47.8 grams gross, this is an impressive statement jewel with considerable presence.
Acquired from a UK estate jewellery collection and presented in excellent condition.
Details
Natural Smoky Quartz
Quartz Dimensions: approx. 21mm at widest point, tapering to 10mm
Natural Diamonds: approx. 190 stones
Diamond Weight: approx. 3.73 carats total, estimated while set
Diamond Cut: Round Brilliant
Diamond Colour: G–H white through brownish-yellow, champagne and cognac
Diamond Clarity: approx. VS–SI
Metal: 18 Karat White Gold
Length: 63mm
Width: 38.3mm
Gross Weight: 47.8 grams
Maker: Unknown
Provenance: UK Estate Jewellery Collection
Condition: Excellent
Offered by Hasbani Diamonds, London.
A distinctive example of fine estate jewellery, this substantial 18 karat white gold smoky quartz and diamond pendant combines a large natural faceted smoky quartz with approximately 3.73 carats of natural white, champagne and cognac diamonds. Its elaborate floral and foliate openwork design gives the jewel a bold sculptural presence. An exceptional diamond statement pendant for collectors of smoky quartz jewellery...
Category
1990s Modern British Drop Necklaces
MaterialsDiamond, Quartz, 18k Gold, White Gold