Pair of ruby and diamond ear clips, Bulgari

Each designed as two hoops decorated with oval and buff-top rubies, enhanced with brilliant-cut and rose diamonds, signed Bulgari, Italian assay marks, case by Bulgari.

Rubies of Burmese origin cannot be imported into the US. This piece may contain rubies of Burmese origin and therefore may not be able to be imported into the US. Certification of non-Burmese origin will be required before import of rubies into the US. Please see our Important Notices and contact the jewellery department for further information. Stamped 750 for 18 carat gold. Signed Bulgari, with Roman maker's marks. Largest oval ruby on left earring measuring approximately 5.13 x 7.38 x 3.10mm, smallest measuring approx. 4.70 x 6.62 x 3.53mm; largest oval ruby on right earring measuring approximately 5.28 x 7.13 x 2.86mm, smallest measuring approx. 4.82 x 6.68 x 3.15mm; as gauged in mounting (depth difficult to measure due to mounting). Rubies well matched in colour, well saturated, with good transparency, with typical crystal inclusions; few minor abrasions to girdle edges and below one claw visible with x10 magnification. Diamonds estimated to weigh a total of approximately 4.00 - 5.50 carats, F-H colour, VS clarity, as gauged and graded in mounting. Signs of normal wear to the metal consistent with use, few minor spots of oxidation to reverse. In good condition.
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