FRENCH 1970 Modernist Wood Clips Earrings In 18Kt Yellow Gold With Chrysoprase

A pair of French modernist clips-on earrings.

This is a very handsome pair of clips-on earrings, created in Paris France, back in the 1970's. The colorful earrings have been crafted with modernist patterns showing a pair of carvings of black ebony. The carved ebonies are mounted with a geometric arrangement of dots made up in yellow gold of 18 karats. The earrings are embellished with a magnificent well matched pair of translucent natural green chrysoprase and are fitted at the reverse with French omega backs for fastening clips. The addition of gold posts for pierced ears may be easily done.

Country: Paris, France

Period: Modernism, 1970's.

Chrysoprase: Mounted in bezel settings, with 2 well matched round cabochon cuts (13 x 13 x 7 mm) of natural green chrysoprase, with a total weight of about 11.56 carats, by formula.

Birthstone: Chrysoprase for the month of May.

Weight: 22.50 Grams, (14.42 Dwt).

Measurements: 27 mm by 27 mm by 17 mm (1.06 x 1.06 x 0.67 Inches).

Hallmarks: They are both stamped with French marks; the maker's mark AS inside a lozenge cartouche, two times with the eagle head mark for the assay and warranty of the 18kt gold.

Collateral: These French earrings are accompanied by a presentation jewelry box.

Condition: The overall condition of these French earrings is excellent. Besides the little normal wear, there is no damage to the gold. The 2 chrysoprase are secured in their settings. This piece has been carefully inspected to guarantee the condition and authenticity.

INVENTORY REF: E020325MCRT/.5408