PAIR OF TOURMALINE CUFFLINKS, ANDREW GRIMA, 1960S

Each abstract mount set with a watermelon tourmaline crystal, signed Grima, French assay marks and British hallmarks for 18 carat gold, maker's marks, gross weight approximately 21.30 grams.

French import assay mark for 18 carat gold. Each signed Grima, each stamped with British hallmarks for 18 carat gold, London, date letter n for 1968, sponsor's mark HJCo. Tourmaline bluish green to pink, transparent with typical crystal surface striation and other natural features visible, typical internal inclusions, some surface-reaching, some small chips to edges consistent with wear, chipped bases. Crystals measuring approximately 32 x 7.8 x 9.6mm and 34 x 9.7 x 10.2mm respectively. Light scratches to stone and metal surfaces consistent with wear. In good condition. Gross weight approximately 21.30 grams.
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