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Sold for £1,100
Estimated at £800 - £1,200
Condition Report
General wear all over to the naked eye, scratches, no damage to shank or setting
Claws very worn, visible to naked eye
Bright stone, slightest yellow tint towards the centre
With a loupe
The diamond requires cleaning.
There are several chips to facet edges consistent with age and wear.
One visible black inclusion towards the table, clusters of lighter inclusions in a few places.
Stone whiter, yellow tint to naked eye is possibly due to dirt
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