A gem-set and freshwater cultured pearl choker, by Charles De Temple, circa 1980
The drop-shaped centrepiece designed as a highly articulated mesh of gold 'nuggets' scattered with vari-cut yellow sapphires, tumbled rough emeralds and brilliant-cut diamonds, on a multi-strand choker composed of 3.0mm-4.0mm freshwater cultured pearls, diamonds approx. 0.30ct total, signed Charles de Temple, length of shortest strand 32.7cm, length of panel 5.5cm, maker's pouch