Lot 274
  • 274

Pair of yellow sapphire and diamond ear clips, M. Gerard, 1970s

Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 CHF
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Description

  • M. Gerard
  • Yellow sapphires, diamonds, gold
Each set with oval yellow sapphires, brilliant-cut, marquise- and pear-shaped diamonds, each signed M. Gerard, numbered, French assay and maker's marks

Condition

Each ear clip signed M. GĂ©rard, numbered 1289, French maker's mark. French assay marks and stamped 750 for 18 carat gold, mounted in yellow gold. Yellow sapphires estimated to weigh a total of approximately 30.00 - 35.00 carats, well matched in colour, yellow of medium saturation, some with typical inclusions, some surface reaching, minor abrasions and nicks. Diamonds estimated to weigh a total of approximately 22.00 - 25.00 carats, on average G-H colour, VVS-VS clarity, as gauged and graded in the mount. Signs of normal wear to the metal. In very good condition. Total gross weight approximately 45 grams.
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