Gem set and diamond demi-parure, Schlumberger, circa 1960

Comprising: a pair of bracelets and a pair of ear clips, each designed as marine creature, the scales set with pear-shaped sapphires and peridots and circular-cut pink sapphires, the tails and heads set with circular-cut diamonds, the eyes composed of cabochon emeralds, inner circumference of each bracelets approximately 155mm, each signed Schlumberger, clips unsigned, all with French assay marks.

Cf: Franco Maria Ricci, Jean Schlumberger, Milan, 1991, pg. 137 for a drawing of this double fish motif.

Bracelets: each signed Schlumberger. Each with French assay marks for platinum and gold. Stones well matched in colour, with good transparency and typical inclusions, some surface reaching, a few chips and abrasions. Diamonds bright and lively, estimated to weigh a total of approximately 8.00 - 10.00 carats. Signs of normal wear to the metal, clasps secure, each has a safety catch. In very good condition. Total gross weight approximately 360 grams. Ear clips: unsigned. French assay mark for gold on each. Stones well matched in colour, with good transparency, typical inclusions, some surface reaching, and some abrasions and nicks. Diamonds bright and lively, estimated to weigh a total of approximately 4.00-5.00 carats. Signs of normal wear to the metal. In good condition. Total gross weight approximately 82 grams.
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"Why unbalance your hands and arms", said Daisy Fellows, who was famed for her love of jewels and often ordered her rings and bracelets in pairs.