Pair of pink sapphire, enamel and diamond ear clips, Michele della Valle

Each designed as a flower, the petals pavé-set with circular-cut pink sapphires, the pistil applied with yellow enamel and embellished with a brilliant-cut diamond, signed della Valle, Italian assay and maker's marks, pouch stamped Michele della Valle.

Each signed della Valle, Italian maker's marks. Italian assay marks for 18 carat gold. Pink sapphires stated to weigh a total of approximately 12.50 carats, well matched in colour, purplish pink of medium strong saturation, with minor abrasions, scratches and small nicks. Yellow enamel in overall good condition, with minor scratches. Diamonds bright and lively. Total gross weight approximately 29 grams. Pouch stamped Michele della Valle.
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