PAIR OF DIAMOND EARRINGS, VAN CLEEF & ARPELS, CIRCA 1965

Each surmount set with a pear-shaped diamond weighing 2.34 and 2.60 carats respectively, within a frame of brilliant-cut diamonds, the pendant set with pear-shaped diamonds weighing 3.11 and 3.37 carats and a brilliant-cut weighing 0.65 and 0.78 carats respectively, further decorated with baguette diamonds, clip fittings, signed Van Cleef & Arpels, numbered.

Each signed VAN CLEEF & ARPELS, numbered N.Y.35868, inscribed 1965. In our experts' opinion the four pear-shaped diamonds weighing 2.34, 2.60, 3.11 and 3.37 carats, are E-I colour, VS1-SI1 clarity and the two brilliant-cut diamonds weighing 0.65 and 0.78 carats, are F-G colour, SI1-I1 clarity. Remaining diamonds estimated to weigh a total of approximately 9.00 - 11.00 carats, on average H-I colour, VS clarity, as gauged and graded within the mount. In good condition. Gross weight approximately 29 grams.
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