Edwardian 9ct Gold & Moonstone Dress Set In Original Case

A smart cased set of 9ct37.5% pure gold (or 375 parts pure gold and 625 parts other metals) gold and moonstoneMoonstone, the alluring pale gemstone, is known for its attractive pearly sheen and is so named for its resemblance to the moon.  cufflinks, values and studs. It is interesting to note that the silk inside the box reads “D.F de Silva & Co Colombo CeylonSri Lankan (Ceylon was the country’s former name until 1972). Under the most distinguished patronage of the Duke & Duchess of Connaught”. So they were retailed in Ceylon, where these moonstones were sourced, by a reputable jewellers. You cannot find such blue, white moonstones nowadays as the modern ones are quite opaque.