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John Rubel Diamond, Palladium, White Gold Earrings. ...
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Description
John Rubel Diamond, Palladium, White Gold EarringsStones: Round brilliant-cut diamonds weighing a total
of approximately 1.20 carats; baguette, transitional,
and full-cut diamonds weighing a total of
approximately 6.00 carats
Metal: Palladium, 18k white gold
Marked: John Rubel Co.
Gross Weight: 15.80 grams
Dimensions: 1 inch x 1-1/16 inches
*Note: Earrings are designed for non-pierced ears
and are easily converted
Condition Report*:
Diamonds:
Avg Color: G-H-I
Avg Clarity: VS
Shape(s): Round Brilliant, Full, Transitional, and Baguette
Metals:
Palladium
Gold
Overall Condition: Very Good
Condition Notes: John Rubel was a Hungarian-born jewelry designer known for his work with Van Cleef & Arpels in the 1930s and 1940s, crafting iconic pieces like the Mystery Set jewels and ballerina. These earrings are primarily constructed from palladium, with clip backings crafted from 18K white gold. The center round brilliant diamonds measure 5.50 x 5.50 x 3.15 mm to 5.55 x 5.65 x 3.00 mm, exhibiting good clarity, with culets left natural and unpolished. Both diamonds show minor abrasions and nicks along their girdle regions. One earring is marked John Rubel Co. on the clip backing, while the other remains unmarked.
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Avg Color: G-H-I
Avg Clarity: VS
Shape(s): Round Brilliant, Full, Transitional, and Baguette
Metals:
Palladium
Gold
Overall Condition: Very Good
Condition Notes: John Rubel was a Hungarian-born jewelry designer known for his work with Van Cleef & Arpels in the 1930s and 1940s, crafting iconic pieces like the Mystery Set jewels and ballerina. These earrings are primarily constructed from palladium, with clip backings crafted from 18K white gold. The center round brilliant diamonds measure 5.50 x 5.50 x 3.15 mm to 5.55 x 5.65 x 3.00 mm, exhibiting good clarity, with culets left natural and unpolished. Both diamonds show minor abrasions and nicks along their girdle regions. One earring is marked John Rubel Co. on the clip backing, while the other remains unmarked.
Auction Info
2025 May 5 Spring Fine Jewelry Signature® Auction #5568 (go to Auction Home page)
Auction Dates
May, 2025
5th
Monday
Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 8
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