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Lot 14
Gold and Gem-Set Hoop Earrings, signed
Lot Details & Additional Photographs
In a J hoop design and each bezel set with an oval cabochon emerald (8.5 x 6.3 mm) weighing approximately 3.74 total carats, an oval cabochon sapphire (8.75 x 6.6 mm) weighing approximately 5.20 total carats, and an oval cabochon ruby (8 x 6.25 mm) weighing approximately 4.40 total carats, and each with a round brilliant cut diamond weighing approximately .16 total carat (G-H color, VS clarity) set above the two row J hoop motif, completed with posts and omega clip backs, with a maker's mark appearing to read JDI and stamped 18K.

1.25 in.

15.4 dwt.

Private Collection, Sea Island, Georgia

Emeralds display a green hue, medium to medium dark tone, and moderately strong saturation. Sapphires display a violetish blue hue, medium dark to dark tone, and moderately strong saturation. Rubies display a slightly purplish red hue, medium dark to dark tone, and moderately strong saturation.

Good estate condition; cabochon stones have scratches, nicks, and abrasions visible under magnification.

$600 - 1,200