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High Carat Gold Diamond Hoop Clip On Earrings

425G
Written by Olly Gerrish

A classic pair of high carat gold diamond clip-on earrings. They were probably made in Italy in the 1970s and are fantastic quality. They bear the French import mark of the owl which means that they may not be exactly 18ct gold but are pretty near. The French are particularly careful to check the carat of any imported items. The diamonds total 2¼ carats at least and are bright, white stones.

Item Number
425G
Measurements
Diamonds approx 2.25 carats total weight
⅞ in / 2.3 cm in height
Materials
Date & Origin
Mid-Century (1950s)Modern (1960s onwards)
Imported to France, possibly of Italian origin
Provenance
Imported to France, possibly of Italian origin
Hallmarks
The owl (French "hibou")
This French owl hallmark on the back of the earrings has been used since 1893. This oval hallmark represents a gold item that is imported from a country whose standards do not comply to French Customs fineness standards.
Condition
Excellent
Discovered
9 years ago
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