Lot 416
  • 416

Sapphire and chalcedony clip

Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description

  • chacedony, sapphire, gold
Of geometric design, set with cabochon sapphires, French assay and maker's marks.

Literature

Cf: Sylvie Raulet and Olivier Baroin, Suzanne Belperron, Antiques Collectors' Club 2011, page 11, figure 5, for an illustration of other re-editions of this design.

Condition

French assay marks for 18 carat gold. Maker's marks. Chalcedony light blue, with slight colour variation. Some very slight chips to underside edges. Sapphires medium blue with typical inclusions visible under magnification. Clip fitting secure. Some scratches to metal consistent with wear. In very good condition.
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