{"title":"Pearls","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSymbolism's of wisdom, purity, innocence, and wealth, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eoften representing a \"pearl of wisdom\" or a \"gift from the sea\". Pearls are deeply associated with femininity, emotional stability, and the moon, symbolising serenity, personal integrity, and the journey to enlightenment. Pearls are also widely seen as treasures and we understand why! These lustrous ocean-originating beads with their cool velvety feel on your skin have so much to offer - whether you are going out for a romantic dinner or a work conference, they are versatile and add class to your \u003c\/span\u003erepertoire.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"mid-century-18k-gold-cultured-pearl-ruby-sapphire-and-emerald-bracelet","title":"Mid-century, 18K gold double-strand cultured pearl, ruby, sapphire and emerald bracelet","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProvenance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTwo strands of pure pearl luminosity drape gracefully across your wrist with two luxurious 18 karat gold spacers at equidistant parts between the pearls. The bright cultured Akoya double strand is fastened securely at the wrist with a brilliantly polished white and yellow gold clasp, complete with geometrically-set square rubies, sapphires and emeralds with fine beaded details adding texture and refinement to an otherwise luxurious bracelet. A typical example of stunning jewellery from the mid 20th century.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Stones\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal ruby weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.40ct\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal sapphire weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.30ct\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal emerald weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.16ct\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAkoya cultured pearls:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2,42mm - 6,83mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Bracelet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMetal Composition:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18 karat yellow and white gold\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHallmarks:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not hallmarked, but has been tested with an XRF Spectrometer and confirmed to be 18K gold \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Bracelet Overall\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions of clasp: \u003c\/strong\u003eLength 13,6mm; Width 14,6mm \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBracelet:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e19,5cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 27,7g\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePeriod:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mid-century, circa 1960's\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGeneral Wear \u0026amp; Condition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition: \u003c\/strong\u003eAll stones secure, safely set with gold fully covering each stone, no damage to the setting. Minor scratches and abrasions due to age. There are no major marks or scratches that we feel necessary to mention. All of our jewellery is professionally cleaned prior to us listing it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cem\u003eUnless stated otherwise, gem weights and specifications are estimated (assessed in mount).\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis item comes with a \u003c\/em\u003e\u003ci\u003evaluation certificate for insurance and authentication purposes.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Melissa Antique Jewellery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47602671485148,"sku":"MAJ-30","price":34950.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0812\/1506\/2236\/files\/IMG_3805.jpg?v=1771770338"},{"product_id":"vintage-18k-gold-double-strand-cultured-pearl-sapphire-and-diamond-bracelet","title":"Vintage, 18K gold double-strand cultured pearl, sapphire and diamond bracelet","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProvenance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA double-strand of lustrous pearls glisten and gleam in the sunlight - spaced with two lux 18 karat gold squares placed at equal distances from each other. A bright yellow gold clasp fastens the pearls together and is adorned with a central midnight-blue sapphire and a single brilliant-cut diamond each situated east and west in raised geometric white gold positions, and diamonds sparkling north and south enveloped in yellow gold. A fantastic vintage bracelet perfect for those special candlelight occasions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Stones\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSapphire weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.85ct\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal diamond weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.44ct (VS-SI)(I-J)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAkoya cultured pearls:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5,24mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Bracelet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMetal Composition:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18 karat yellow and white gold\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHallmarks:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003eMarked with hallmarks that indicate 18K gold\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Bracelet Overall\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions: \u003c\/strong\u003eLength 17cm; Width 11mm \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 17,2g\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePeriod:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vintage, circa 1980's\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGeneral Wear \u0026amp; Condition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition: \u003c\/strong\u003eAll stones secure, safely set with gold fully covering each stone, no damage to the setting. Minor scratches and abrasions due to age. There are no major marks or scratches that we feel necessary to mention. 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