Sale 5639
London, South Kensington
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19 January 2010
Price realised
GBP 1,625
Estimate
A pair of cultured pearl and diamond earrings Each bronze coloured cultured pearl, approximate diameters 13.6 and 13.8 mm., with brilliant-cut diamond single stone surmounts, hook fittings (2)
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