Lot 683
  • 683

Pair of gem-set and diamond pendent ear clips, 'Pivomab', Marina B

Estimate
5,000 - 8,000 CHF
bidding is closed

Description

  • Marina B
  • Citrine, quartz, onyx, diamonds, gold
Each heart-shaped surmount collet-set with a triangular citrine framed with brilliant-cut diamonds, supporting a detachable pendant set with a faceted green quartz embellished with brilliant-cut diamonds and a heart-shaped onyx, signed Marina B, numbered, French assay marks.

Literature

Cf: Viviane Jutheau de Witt, Marina B, The Art of Jewellery Design, Milan 2003, Skira, p. 120, for an example of a similar pair of ear clips.

Condition

Each ear clip signed Marina B France, numbered C1962, maker's marks. French assay marks and stamped 750 for 18 carat gold. Inscribed ©1986. Green quartz and citrines well matched in colour, green and brownish orange, with good transparency. Onyx in overall good condition. Diamonds estimated to weigh a total of approximately 4.00 - 5.00 carats, on average G-H colour, VS-SI clarity, as gauged and graded in the mount. Clasps secure, sliding safety catches. In very good condition. Total gross weight approximately 45 grams.
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