LOT #71024 |
Starting Bid: $1,000
Retorre Sapphire, Diamond, Gold Earrings. ...
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Description
Retorre Sapphire, Diamond, Gold EarringsStones: Carved sapphire; full-cut diamonds weighing a total of approximately 0.30 carat
Metal: 18k gold
Marked: Retorre
Gross Weight: 27.00 grams
Dimensions: 2-1/2 inches x 9/16 inch
*Note: Earrings are designed for non-pierced ears and are easily converted
Property of a New York Lady
Estimate: $2,000 - up.
Condition Report*:
Diamonds:
Avg Color: G-H-I
Avg Clarity: VS
Shape(s): Full-Cut
Count: 1 - 25
Colored Gems:
Type(s): Sapphire
Shape(s): Carved
Count: 1 - 25
Avg Quality: Good
Metals:
Gold
Overall Condition: Very Good
Condition Notes: These earrings are a departure from traditional jewelry design, featuring large sections of brownish-colored sapphire as the primary stones. The reverse bears an Italian registry mark <*1972 MI> adjacent to a maker’s mark reading 'Retorre.' The design is fitted with omega clip backings, suitable for wear with non-pierced ears.
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Avg Color: G-H-I
Avg Clarity: VS
Shape(s): Full-Cut
Count: 1 - 25
Colored Gems:
Type(s): Sapphire
Shape(s): Carved
Count: 1 - 25
Avg Quality: Good
Metals:
Gold
Overall Condition: Very Good
Condition Notes: These earrings are a departure from traditional jewelry design, featuring large sections of brownish-colored sapphire as the primary stones. The reverse bears an Italian registry mark <*1972 MI> adjacent to a maker’s mark reading 'Retorre.' The design is fitted with omega clip backings, suitable for wear with non-pierced ears.
Auction Info
Tuesday Jewel Box Select Auction #172548 (go to Auction Home page)
Proxy Bidding Ends
December
2nd
Tuesday
1:50 pm CT
Auction Dates
December
2nd
Tuesday
Proxy Bidding Time Remaining
4 Days
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