A PAIR OF DIAMOND AND MULTI-GEM FLOWER EAR CLIPS, BY DONALD CLAFLIN, TIFFANY & CO.
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A PAIR OF DIAMOND AND MULTI-GEM FLOWER EAR CLIPS, BY DONALD CLAFLIN, TIFFANY & CO.

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A PAIR OF DIAMOND AND MULTI-GEM FLOWER EAR CLIPS, BY DONALD CLAFLIN, TIFFANY & CO.
Each designed as a cluster of circular, pear and marquise-cut diamond petals, enhanced by blue enamel and heart-shaped coral flower blossoms, with cabochon turquoise and emerald pistils, 1 1/4 ins., mounted in 18k gold and white gold
Signed Tiffany for Tiffany & Co., designed by Donald Claflin
Special notice
Prospective purchasers are advised that several countries prohibit the importation of property containing materials from endangered species, including but not limited to coral, ivory and tortoiseshell. Accordingly, prospective purchasers should familiarize themselves with relevant customs regulations prior to bidding if they intend to import this lot into another country.

Lot Essay

Donald Claflin’s designs became an instant success and important pillar in the variety of jewels produced by Tiffany & Co. during the 1960s and 1970s. These ear clips are an unusual survivor, which exhibit Claflin’s bold use of color and texture to convey the whimsy behind his thought process. The arrangement of bright blue enamel and diamonds, juxtaposed with carved coral, cabochon emeralds and turquoise come together in harmony to form a stylish, bold and colorful statement.

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