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Tiffany & Co. Paloma Picasso 18K Gold SCRIBBLE Earrings
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Pre 1980 item# 904427
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$1450
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Vintage 18K yellow gold omega- and post-back earrings designed by Paloma Picasso for Tiffany & Co. The “Scribble” design (sometimes called “Graffiti” or “Squiggle”) is probably the artist’s most famous creation and became one of Tiffany’s most desirable pieces. The “Scribble” line is no longer in production and examples are getting difficult to find. The earrings were made in several sizes, these being the largest. The backs are marked by Tiffany & Co. and are signed by Paloma Picasso. The earrings have the original posts with omega backs, but could be converted to clips without damaging the signatures. The earrings are presented in their Tiffany pouch.Origin: America, ca. 1983. Condition: excellent, all original. Size: 1-5/8” x 1-3/16”. Weight: 18.5 grams.
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Tiffany & Co. Paloma Picasso 18K Gold SCRIBBLE Brooch
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Pre 1980 item# 904089
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$1250
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Vintage 18K yellow gold brooch designed by Paloma Picasso for Tiffany & Co. The “Scribble” design (sometimes called “Graffiti” or “Squiggle”) is probably the artist’s most famous creation and became one of Tiffany’s most desirable pieces. The pin was available in several sizes, this example being the second largest. The “Scribble” line is no longer in production and examples are getting difficult to find. The back is dated 1983, is marked by Tiffany & Co., and is signed Paloma Picasso. The pin is presented with its Tiffany pouch.Origin: America, ca. 1983. Condition: excellent, all original. Size: 2” x 2-5/8”. Weight: 22.5 grams.
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Tiffany & Co. Paloma Picasso 18K Gold SCRIBBLE Earrings
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Pre 1980 item# 904087
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$750
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Vintage 18K yellow gold post-back earrings designed by Paloma Picasso for Tiffany & Co. The “Scribble” design (sometimes called “Graffiti” or “Squiggle”) is probably the artist’s most famous creation and became one of Tiffany’s most desirable pieces. The “Scribble” line is no longer in production and examples are getting difficult to find. The earrings were made in several sizes, this being the most delicate. The backs are dated 1983, are marked by Tiffany & Co., and are signed Paloma Picasso. The earrings are presented in their Tiffany pouch.Origin: America, ca. 1983. Condition: excellent, all original. Size: 5/8” x 1-7/16”. Weight: 4.9 grams.
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Retro Tiffany & Co. 14K Gold & Pearl Pleated Earrings
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Pre 1950 item# 904085
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$730
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An elegant pair of Retro 14K yellow gold earclips by Tiffany & Co. The earrings are fashioned as a fold of pleated gold, each with a single 5-mm cultured pearl in the center. The pearls are of fine quality, with cream body color and pronounced rose overtone. The original clips are the patented adjustable style often seen on Tiffany earrings from the 1940s and 50s. The backs are marked “Tiffany & Co.” and “14K”.Origin: America, ca. 1945. Condition: excellent, all original. Size: 1” x 11/16”. Weight: 9.1 grams.
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14K Gold Emerald Tourmaline Ruby Etc. Bubble Bracelet
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Pre 1960 item# 899720
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$4950
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An exquisite vintage 14K yellow gold bracelet composed of five plaques, each set with an array of cabochon and faceted gemstones. The predominant use of cabochon-cut stones creates a sort of bubble-like feel to the faintly abstract floral plaques. This type of design was frequently seen in early pieces by Seaman Schepps. The setting is created in a way that minimizes the amount of gold visible, further accenting the various gemstones. The gems are nicely colored emeralds, green tourmalines, pink tourmalines, aquamarines and citrines. Each of the plaques is accented with a pair of brilliant round-cut rubies at its center, lending a sense of design continuity. The plaques are further enhanced with a heart-cut citrine, an emerald-cut citrine, and an oval-cut ruby. The plaques are separated by rare cat's eye moonstones, each displaying a very nice chatoyancy. Each plaque is hinged, so the bracelet is comfortable. The clasp, with its double safety clasp, is marked "14K" and is signed "K. Lambert".Origin: America, ca. 1955. Condition: excellent, all original. Size: 6-3/4" long. Weight: 48.6 grams. Approximate Total Gemstone Weight: emerald, 14.24 ct; tourmaline, 20.59 ct; ruby, 3.03 ct; aquamarine, 2.56 ct; amethyst, 8.93 ct; citrine, 5.19 ct; moonstone, 38.54 ct.
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Mikimoto 18K Gold, Pearl & Diamond Earrings
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Pre 1980 item# 873684
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$2495
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An outstanding pair of signed Mikimoto 18K yellow gold earrings set with pearls and diamonds. The pearls are estimated at A+ quality, with cream body color and pronounced rose overtones. The surfaces are smooth and lustrous. They range in size from 4.71 to 5.36 mm. Small diamond sprinkled among the pearl clusters add a touch of sparkle, and the design is completed with swirls of foliage worked in gold. The backs have posts with omega clips. The earrings are marked for 18K gold and have Mikimoto's hallmark. They are presented in their original suede Mikimoto box accompanied by the original Mikimoto paperboard box.Origin: Japan, ca. 1980. Condition: excellent, all original. Size: 7/8" x 5/8". Weight: 9.75 grams. Approximate Total Diamond Weight: .1 carat.
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Tiffany 18K Gold Burmese Blue Sapphire Diamond Ring
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Pre 1900 item# 858358
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An extraordinarily fine antique 18K yellow gold ring by Tiffany & Co. set with a mixed cushion cut Burmese blue sapphire surrounded by old mine cut diamonds. All the gems are of the finest quality. The sapphire has been certified by the American Gemological Laboratories (see the following paragraph). The diamonds, ranging in size from approximately .22 carat to .29 carat each, are estimated at G/H color and SI to VVS2 clarity. The sapphire is set in a prong setting, while the diamonds are set in a shared-prong setting that creates a filigree appearance around the back of the crown. The shoulders of the shank are lightly decorated with beaded engraving.Nearly all sapphires marketed in the last 150 years have been heated to improve the color. This is considered a standard practice. Other treatments, such as filling in fractures, altering the color family, etc., though considered bad practice, are nonetheless quite common. Fine Burmese stones from the Mogok region that have not been treated in any way are exceedingly rare and only show up in upscale jewels from makers such as Tiffany and Cartier. This particular stone, with its bright coloring and beautiful cut, is nothing short of stunning. The AGL Brief (dated April 2008) indicates that the sapphire is natural; displays specific properties and characteristics associated with stones from Burma; measures 7.39 x 6.69 x 5.82 mm; weighs 2.49 carats; is cut in mixed cushion, has blue color, and shows no heat or additional treatments. The brief further indicates that unheated sapphires are scarce. The original brief will accompany the ring. Origin: America, ca. 1890. Condition: excellent, all original, interior of shank has a period monogram. Finger Size: 4-1/4 (The ring can be sized up and we would recommend that the work be performed by Tiffany). Weight: 6.0 grams. Gemstone Weight: diamond (estimated by measurement), 2.25 carats; sapphire (by actual weight), 2.49 carats.
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Signed Mikimoto 18K Gold, Cultured Pearl & Diamond Ring
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Pre 1980 item# 854871
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$1295
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A classic pearl and diamond ring by Mikimoto. A single 8.4 millimeter pearl is set at the center of the ring and is surrounded by small round brilliant-cut diamonds. The pearl is of very fine quality, estimated at AA. The body color is cream with rose overtones. The surface is smooth and lustrous. The diamonds are of equally fine quality. Typically, Mikimoto uses diamonds in the F-G color range with VVS clarity. The shank is stamped with Mikimoto’s oyster shell hallmark and “K18”.Origin: Japan, ca. 1980. Condition: excellent. Finger Size: 6-3/4. Crown Size: 1/2" X 1/2" X 7/16” high. Weight: 3.5 grams. Approximate Total Diamond Weight: .2 carat.
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Ruser 14K Pearl Diamond Pittsburgh Pirates Baseball Pin
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Pre 1970 item# 833487
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$6950
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A fabulous 14K yellow gold and platinum brooch by William Ruser commissioned to celebrate the astounding victory of the Pittsburgh Pirates over the New York Yankees in the 1960 World Series. The brooch is designed as one of Ruser's classic waif-like children, this time dressed in a pirate's costume. One eye is set with a blue sapphire and the other is covered with a platinum eyepatch highlighted with matte black enamel. A platinum earring dangles from one ear. In one hand he holds a baseball bat and in the other a World Series crown set with sapphires and a ruby. The pirate appears to be walking across a bouquet of flowers made of natural freshwater pearls. Each flower is centered with a prong-set brilliant round-cut diamond. Small gold flowers centered blue sapphires complete the bouquet. The back is engraved "Pittsburgh Pirates World Champions 1960". It is also signed by Ruser and marked appropriately for 14K gold and platinum.Ruser was famed for his jewels featuring dogs, cherubs and children. He was favored by major Hollywood stars such as Joan Crawford and Loretta Young. He also accepted unusual commission opportunities that allowed for creative use of his favorite design elements. This is one of the wittiest examples of Ruser's work we've seen. He used only the finest raw materials and the design is masterful. Along with a tie bar he designed for one of the stars of the Indy 500, this brooch is probably the finest example of Ruser's sports-related commissions. Origin: America, 1960. Condition: excellent, all original. Size: 2-1/4" x 2". Weight: 27.0 grams. Approximate Total Gemstone Weight: ruby, .02 carat; sapphire, .43 carat; diamond, .15 carat.
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Mikimoto 18K Gold, Diamond & Mabe Pearl Earrings
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Pre 1980 item# 833477
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$7950
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A magnificent pair of signed Mikimoto earrings featuring 13.75 mm mabe pearls in 18K yellow gold twisted knot settings accented with diamonds. The pearls are of the finest quality, estimated at AA. They have cream body color and extraordinary cream body color with rose overtones and superb luster. The brilliant round-cut diamonds are of similarly fine quality, estimated at VVS clarity and E color. They are bead set in 18K white gold to accent the color. The backs are finished with posts and omega clips. The posts could be easily removed for wear as clips-on earrings without altering the Mikimoto signature. The backs are signed with Mikimoto's oystershell mark flanked by "NY", indicating that they were made for Mikimoto's flagship New York store on 7th Avenue, and "18".Ca. 1980. Condition: excellent, all original. Size: 1-1/16" diameter. Weight: 23.5 grams. Approximate Total Diamond Weight: 2.5 carats.
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