Lot 22
  • 22

Pair of sapphire cufflinks, Suzanne Belperron, 1955-1970, pair of sapphire and moonstone shirt studs, and pair of cufflinks

Estimate
6,500 - 9,000 CHF
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Description

  • rock crystal and sapphire
The pair of cufflinks collet set with oval and round cabochon sapphires, French assay and maker's marks for Darde et Fils, the pair of shirt studs designed as moonstone discs studded with a circular-cut sapphire, French assay and indistinct maker's marks, together with another pair of cufflinks set with onyx and diamonds, French assay and maker's marks, part illustrated.

Literature

Cf: Sylvie Raulet & Olivier Baroin, Suzanne Belperron, 2011, pages 87 and 338 for illustrations of these jewels.

Condition

This lot is offered without a reserve. Pair of sapphire cuff links: Stamped with French assay marks for 18 carat gold. Maker's marks. Transparent sapphires of light blue colour, with few crystal inclusions, few scratches and abrasions. Pair of shirt studs: Stamped with French assay marks for 18 carat gold. Indistinct maker's mark. Stones with few scratches and abrasions. Pair of onyx cuff links: Stamped with French assay marks for 18 carat gold. Maker's marks. Onyx in good condition, minor scratches. Diamonds of decorative quality. Signs of normal wear to the metal, scratches consistent with use. In good condition.
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