Tiffany Co 1973 Donald Claflin Toi Et Moi Ring In 18Kt With Sapphire And Diamonds
A Toi et Moi ring designed by Donald Claflin for Tiffany & Co.
Beautiful modernist ring created in New York city by Donald Claflin at the Tiffany Studios, back in the early 1970's.
The geometric design is composed by a fluted shaped bypass, with both squared ends elements, prong set with 8 round cut sapphires (1.20 Ctw) and two round brilliant cut diamonds (.05 Ctw).
Has a total weight of 11.6 grams and the actual size is 7, sizable.
Stamped, with the maker's mark, the gold assay hallmark and signed "TIFFANY & CO. 18 KT".
Donald Claflin, (1935-1979) was an American jewelry designer most associated with the colorful and whimsical designs he created for tiffany & co. during the sixties and seventies. His start in jewelry came when he joined the firm of David Webb, known for their buoyantly enameled figurative jewels that were a fresh contrast to the formality of the fifties. In 1965 Claflin was hired by tiffany & co. to continue in the innovative and individualistic design approach that designer Jean Schlumberger had so successfully established at the firm.
Literature: Tiffany & Co. Blue Book pp.-13, illustrated.
Collateral: It is accompanied by a presentation jewelry box.
Condition: The overall condition of this ring is excellent. Beside the little normal wear, there is no damage to the gold. All the gemstones, are secured in the settings. This ring has been carefully inspected to guarantee the condition and authenticity.
INVENTORY REF: R0000XIRE/.2788
