Pair of turquoise and diamond ear clips, Bulgari, 1962

Each of floral design set with brilliant-cut diamonds, accented with cabochon turquoise, signed Bulgari, French assay marks, pouch stamped Bulgari.

Each stamped with French assay mark for 18K gold and signed Bulgari. 18 cabochon turquoises, light to medium blue and greenish blue saturation, several stones with normal sign of discoloration commensurate with age and wear, two with matrix visible to the reverse. Approximately 196 diamonds, estimated to weigh approximately 9.00-10.00 carats in total, bright and lively. Few signs of normal wear consistent with use, in good condition.
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