-Mario Buccellati 1970 Clips Earrings In 18Kt Yellow Gold With 2.62 Ctw In Emeralds

Jeweled earrings designed by Buccellati.

Beautiful domed cocktail clips on earrings, made in Milan Italy by the famous house of Buccellati, back in the 1970. These rare three dimensional pieces were carefully crafted with baroque revival style in solid yellow gold of 18 karat. The entire surface is finished with the characteristic and iconic Buccellati's etched intricate patterns. Fitted with omega backs for fastening clips and the addition of posts for pierced ears can be easily done.

Gemstones: The crowned carved element on top is mounted in bezels settings, with a pair of oval cabochon cut (8 x 6 x 3.5 mm) of natural Colombian vivid green emeralds, with a combined weight of 2.62 carats.

Weight: 23.2 Grams, (14.87 Dwt).

Measurements: 23 mm by 13 mm by 14 mm (0.91 x 0.51 x 0.55 Inches).

Hallmarks: Stamped with Italian marks, the assay mark for the 18kt gold and signed in full, "BUCCELLATI-ITALY .750 96".

Mario Buccellati, born in 1891 and opened his first enterprise in 1919, after the establishment of stores in Milan, Rome and Florence, began the development of his overseas business by opening a new store on Fifth Avenue in New York  in 1954 and another in Worth Avenue in Palm Beach, Florida in 1958. In 1949, Mario Buccellati was commissioned to create an icon by Pope PiUs XII for Princess Margaret to mark the extraordinary power of the first visit of a British Royal to Vatican City  in hundreds of years. This magnificent work of art can be admired today at the Chianciano Art Museum in Tuscany. In 1965, after the death of Mario, the management of the firm was conducted by four of his five sons. In 1971, the new brand Gianmaria Buccellati was launched by one of Mario's sons, who started a separate business from his brothers, and in 2011 came to an agreement with his relatives for the brand Buccellati, then Buccellati Holding Italia, reshape the company.

Collateral: They are accompanied by a presentation jewelry box.

Condition: The overall condition of this earrings are excellent. Beside the little normal wear, there is no damage to the gold. The emeralds are secured in the settings. This piece has been carefully inspected to guarantee the condition and authenticity.

INVENTORY REF: E120522TANM/.5576