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Auction: 26050 - Jewellery & Objets de Vertu
Lot: 87

A PAIR OF CITRINE STATEMENT EARRINGS
Each claw-set with a step-cut orange citrine.
The design features decorative gold mountings with grooved fan-shaped detailing to the surmounts.
Stamped 18K
Size/dimensions: 2.37cm x 1.8cm
Gross weight: 12.13g

The citrines are eye clean, with minor abrasion and slight looseness observed in one setting. Each citrine is estimated at approximately 5.36ct. The leverback fittings are secure. The piece shows light wear consistent with age and is offered in good condition.


Cocktail Jewels
At its heart, the cocktail jewel is defined by abundance and presence: richly coloured gemstones, generous proportions, and sculptural settings designed to be seen in motion as well as in stillness. Rubies, sapphires, and emeralds sit alongside citrine, chrysoprase, jadeite, and other vividly hued materials, often contrasted with the brilliance of diamonds to heighten visual drama. This chromatic confidence reflects both mid-century design optimism and a renewed appreciation for historic gemstone traditions, particularly those associated with royal and aristocratic collections.



Many of the jewels in this section draw upon earlier stylistic vocabularies while reinterpreting them through a modern lens. Ballerina-style arrangements, bombé forms, geometric halos, and floral cluster designs all appear throughout the selection, demonstrating the enduring influence of Art Deco structure in particular.



A defining feature is also the prominence of important coloured gems. Several lots are accompanied by gemmological reports confirming natural origin, unheated status, or notable geographic provenance, underscoring the emphasis placed on quality in modern high jewellery. These characteristics, combined with striking design and substantial scale, ensure that cocktail jewels remain among the most expressive and desirable forms of personal adornment in the modern jewellery market. Cheers!

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Estimate
£500 to £600

Starting price
£360