-Elizabeth Gage 1993 London Enameled Lions Clips Earrings In 18Kt Gold With Citrine
Pair of clips-earrings designed by Elizabeth Gage.
Gorgeous pair of vintage earrings, created in London by the British jewelry designer Elizabeth Gage, back in the 1993. These rare clip-on earrings has been carefully crafted as a left and right pair, in solid yellow gold of 18 karats with polished finish. Designed with organics motifs and embellished with a pair of carved lion's head and applications of peach color enamel over a foiled hammered pattern. They are fitted at the reverse with hinged French omega backs for fastening clips and the addition of posts for pierced ears can be easily done.
Citrines: Mounted in bezel settings, with 2 pieces of natural orange citrine carved in the shape of lion heads.
Weight: 42.95 grams (27.54 Dwt.).
Measures: 30 mm by 26 mm (1.18 by 1.02 Inches).
Hallmarks: Stamped with British marks; the mark of the lion for the city of London, the letter T for the production year of 1993, the mark for the gold assay and signed in full, "©GAGE .750 T. EG SGDG".
Elizabeth Gage
She is a British jewelry designer and trained master goldsmith who has been creating collectable jewelry for over 50 years. She has been described by the trade as someone "whose large rings, historical references, gorgeous stones and elaborate craftsmanship set the tone for a whole generation". Elizabeth Gage works in 18 and 22 carat gold. Her 'Helios' gold necklace, featured in Tatler magazine, took 203 grams of gold and 93 man hours to create. Elizabeth’s approach to design is as unique as the jewels themselves. She combines different elements in her work which she chooses for their individual beauty; exquisite stones, ancient bronzes, beautiful carvings, baroque pearls, in fact anything where the shape and colour inspire her.
Collateral: They are accompanied by a presentation jewelry box.
Condition: The overall condition of this pair is excellent. Beside the little normal wear, there is no damage to the gold. All elements are secured in the settings. These earrings has been carefully inspected to guarantee the condition and authenticity.
INVENTORY REF: E010324SNNM/1.032
