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Sat, Dec 4, 2021 09:00AM EST
Lot 606

Two Pairs 18kt. Gemstone Earrings

Estimate: $300 - $500

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pearl and cannetile design, tested 18kt. rose gold, illegible stamp, 3/4 x 5/16 in., 1.5 grams; partial pair, both with pearl at top, one with emerald bead, one missing entire drop section, stamped with French eagle head hallmark and other stamps, 18kt. yellow gold, complete earring 1-1/4 x 5/16 in., 3/4 grams

Provenance: Estate of the Artists James McBey and Marguerite McBey, London, England; by descent in family

Condition

pearl earrings, tarnish, wear and scratches; partial pair pearl and emerald earrings, one earring missing entire drop/emerald section, tarnish, surface reaching inclusions and chips to emerald, wear and scratches

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