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Approx 1.2ct Natural Sapphire and Single Cut Diamond Pendant, 1.1g

Approx 1.2ct Natural Sapphire and Single Cut Diamond Pendant, 1.1g

$995.00 AUD
$995.00 AUD
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Stones with personality and that sing to their natural origins have our hearts. With so many "perfect" gemstones being manufactured we do relish the pieces that shout from the rafters that they are "real". This fabulous sizeable oval stone is deep in its blues and teals- and across the stone - are the "sergeant stripes" - a name affectionately given to blue lines running across this sapphire. Given that these sapphires are formed from blue and yellow sapphires forming together - this is such a lovely visual reminder of that colour distinction. Found in only 3 parts of the world - Australia, Africa and Montana - and not able to be made in a lab - we feel so fortunate to have these stones native to us. 

The vintage setting feels like a bunch of grapes to us - and we love the unique placement of the claws - higher on the side that the "leaves" are higher on too. Set with single cut diamonds that gently glint in the sunshine, this is not a showy pendant - it is a demure pendant. 

Particulars: 

Weight 1.1g

Width 16.7 x 9.9 x 4.5mm bail opening 4.7 x 2.4mm

Stone - natural unheated sapphire - presumed Australian - with sergeant stripes and natural inclusions - 8 x 6.2mm - approx carat weight 1.2ct 

diamonds - natural 1mm single cut diamonds  x 4 - approx 0.02ct 

Hallmarks  "9K"

Condition - vintage setting - claws at a jaunty angle around the stone. Stone is natural and included. Bail is in good condition for age. 

Care - As a general rule - jewellery should not be worn for strenuous tasks that may put pressure, chemicals and weight on them (think cleaning, gym, swimming/spa, carrying things). Jewellery should be inspected checked every six months by a jeweller to check for wear.

Please be aware that this item is pre-loved and therefore is NOT new. Please see the pictures and description to ensure you are happy with it before you buy. Stones may have tiny marks, chips or flea bites, metal will have marks of wear like surface scratches; but any bigger flaws will be clearly highlighted above. Also note - none of the other items or props in the photo come with the item and all measurements are approximate.

All items (except Second Glance) are available on lay-by - please get in touch to discuss options.

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FAQ

Sizing

What do we mean when we say a ring is "sizeable"? Well, most standard rings can be made bigger or smaller by up to three letter sizes. If we say the item is "moderately sizeable", this usually means about 1 size, and if we say it is "not sizeable" or that "sizing is not recommended" it will be due to the construction - it could be age related, pattern related, have enamel etc.

We can happily help with sizing of rings, so please do get it touch if we can give you a quote.

Current prices are: $40 for sizing down, $40 for rhodium plating (all white gold rings), and sizing up starts at $50 - and depends on the carat of gold, width of band and number of sizes. These are subject to change at any time and remain linked to the volatile changes in precious metals.

Time frames - sizing is usually complete within 3 weeks.

Lay-by

As well as Afterpay and Paypal Pay-in-4 which are available at checkout, we also do traditional lay-by.

So, if you love this piece but can't afford it right now - please get in touch.  

To secure your item, we require a 20% non-refundable deposit. Items will not be removed from the website until this is paid.

Following this, you will need to make further monthly payments of 20% until the full balance is complete, a time frame of 5 months in total. 

Invoices will be issued at the start of each month and we ask they are paid before the start of the following month.

We issue all invoices through the website, and it accepts all cards, Shop Pal, Paypal and Afterpay as payment.

Valuations

Some of our items come with valuations we either got with the piece, or that we have had done by an independent gemologist. We do not get valuations done on all pieces as we like to keep things as affordable as possible. However, we use a number of instruments to help us determine stones and list these details in the description of each piece.

Shipping

Australian based company shipping to Australia and New Zealand.

Parcels are shipped within 24 hours.

Australian shipping is express post and fully insured.

International items under $500 are shipped standard airmail and items over $500 express airmail.

All items are sent trackable, fully insured and requiring a signature on delivery.

Any items leaving Australia will have a signed customs declaration stating what is in the box.

Any duties, taxes or import fees for international items are not the responsibility of Vintage Jewellery Hoarders.