Pair of emerald and diamond clips, Garrard, 1930s

Of stylised shield design, each centring on an octagonal step-cut emerald, within circular-, brilliant- and single-cut diamonds, highlighted with square and baguette stones, signed Garrard, together with brooch fitting. 

Metal mount tested as platinum, both clips signed Garrard on the reverse. The rectangular step-cut emeralds respectively weighing approximately 2,70 and 2,55 carats, with typical crystal inclusions visible to the naked eye and under magnification, some reaching the surface, minor chips, abrasion and surface scratches. The square, baguette, circular, brilliant and single-cuts diamonds estimated to weigh a total of approximately 12.50 -13.50 carats, generally bright and clean. Mount with usual signs of wear, some soldering signs on the reverse but not distracting. Together with brooch fitting. In good condition.
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