Lot 151
  • 151

Enamel and diamond demi-parure, 'Poisonous', Victoire de Castellane for Dior

Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
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Description

  • Victoire de Castellane for Dior
  • gold, enamel, diamond
Comprising: a ring of organic form, applied with iridescent enamel, set with and suspending brilliant-cut and briolette diamonds, size L, and a pair of earrings, each stamped Dior, numbered, French assay and maker's marks. 

Literature

Cf: Michèle Heuzé, 'Dior Joaillerie', New York , 2012, page 165 for an example of a 'Poisonous' jewel by Dior.

Condition

Each stamped 750 for 18 carat gold, stamped Dior, numbered, French assay and maker's marks. Total diamond weight approximately 5.00-6.00 carats, estimated Colour G-H, estimated Clarity VVS-VS. Enamel in excellent condition. Accompanied by two Dior pouches. All in excellent condition.
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